What medicine should I take after double eyelid surgery?
Double eyelid surgery is one of the most popular medical aesthetics projects in recent years. Postoperative care is particularly important, especially the use of drugs, which directly affects the recovery effect and safety. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to give you a detailed introduction to the medications and precautions that need to be taken after double eyelid surgery.
1. Common drug recommendations after double eyelid surgery

Doctors usually prescribe medications after surgery based on individual circumstances, including antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, etc. Here is a list of common medications:
| drug type | Drug name | function | Taking cycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| antibiotics | Cephalosporins, amoxicillin | Prevent infection | 3-5 days |
| anti-inflammatories | Ibuprofen, acetaminophen | Reduce swelling and pain | 3-7 days |
| Anti-swelling medicine | The Spirit of Mai, the End of Elimination | Promote swelling | 7-14 days |
| scar repair medicine | Buck, Shuhen glue | Reduce scar hyperplasia | Start using it 1 month after surgery |
2. Precautions when using medication after double eyelid surgery
1.Take medicine as directed by your doctor:Different people have different physical constitutions and surgical conditions. The doctor will adjust the type and dosage of the medicine according to the actual situation. Do not buy or change the medication plan on your own.
2.To avoid allergic reactions:If you are allergic to certain drugs (such as penicillin antibiotics), be sure to inform your doctor in advance to avoid adverse reactions.
3.Be aware of drug side effects:Some anti-inflammatory drugs may cause stomach discomfort and are recommended to be taken after meals; painkillers should not be used for a long time to avoid dependence.
4.Combined with dietary conditioning:After surgery, you should avoid spicy, seafood and other irritating foods, and eat more foods rich in vitamin C and protein to promote wound healing.
3. Hot topics on the Internet: Controversy over drug selection after double eyelid surgery
Recently, the topic of "whether antibiotics need to be taken after double eyelid surgery" has aroused heated discussion. Some netizens believe that taking antibiotics after surgery is necessary to prevent infection; while others believe that overuse of antibiotics may lead to drug resistance, and it is recommended that they be used only when there are signs of infection. The following is the statistics of netizens’ opinions:
| point of view | Support ratio | main reason |
|---|---|---|
| Must take antibiotics | 65% | Preventing infection is safer |
| It depends on the situation | 25% | Avoid overuse of antibiotics |
| Not needed at all | 10% | Consider the surgery itself to be low risk |
4. Expert advice: How to scientifically choose postoperative drugs
In response to the controversy, professional aesthetic doctors recommend:
1.Low-risk surgery reduces antibiotic use:If the sterile conditions of the surgical environment are good and the individual is healthy, the antibiotic administration cycle can be shortened.
2.Prefer topical medications:Such as scar repair drugs (Barker, Shuhenjie), etc., reduce the burden of oral drugs on the body.
3.Regular review:A follow-up consultation should be conducted within 1 week after the operation, and the doctor will adjust the medication plan according to the recovery situation.
5. Summary
The choice of medication after double eyelid surgery needs to be based on personal circumstances and doctor’s advice. It is necessary to ensure the recovery effect and avoid over-medication. A reasonable combination of oral medications and topical medications, combined with a healthy diet, can restore double eyelids to a more natural and beautiful appearance.
If you plan to have double eyelid surgery in the near future, it is recommended to consult a professional doctor in advance to develop a personalized post-operative care plan to ensure safety and beauty!
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