NSAIDs were counterindicated for my surgery, as they'd increase the risk of internal bleeding. I had to avoid them for 10 days before I went in and come off par

NSAIDs were counterindicated for my surgery, as they'd increase the risk of internal bleeding. I had to avoid them for 10 days before I went in and come off paracetamol/acetaminophen 3 days prior. An uncomfortable few nights. I think the US is much more liberal in terms of regulation, so it's very much up to the doctor. Mine is an expensive orthopaedic surgeon in NYC, he wouldn't have seen me as an addict with drug-seeking behaviour. Afterwards he gave me a prescription for the lowest-dose hydrocodone; I think I wound up taking it for about 3 days and then I didn't need it any more. I was in pain, so I appreciated having the painkillers there to help. But I also appreciated that I don't want to form a habit, so I came off as quickly as I felt I could.