Drugs 'n' surgery Flashcards
1
Q
How many days before surgery should you stop warfarin?
A
5 days before surgery
Once INR is below 1.5, surgery can go ahead
2
Q
When is warfarin started after surgery?
A
Usually started at normal dose on the evening of surgery or the next day
3
Q
When should clopidogrel be stopped before surgery?
A
7 days
