Can I take Tylenol Pm the night before surgery?

I have to be up at 3:30am to head out to the hospital but don't usually go to bed until around 11pm. In order to fall asleep early I thought I would try Tylenol PM, is this ok?

Sarah

I asked my Dr about this and he said no. ?? not sure why exactly, but he preferred that I didn't take it. I just got up extra early the morning before, so I was super tired the night before my surgery. I actually slept okay, suprisingly. We had to get up around 4 am, so I know how you feel....  Good luck!!

Thanks, I dont want to take any unneccesary risks.

Sarah

Sarah,

Don't take anything your surgeon didn't approve.  Tylenol PM is probably harmless, but why risk it?  Why sacrifice your health for the sake of one night's sleep?

Jean

I absolutely agree. I only asked because it isn't on the list of things I am not supposed to take and I never thought to ask specifically.

Sarah

Congrats on being banded.  We have the same date.  Good Luck see you after today.

Sarah,
Did you get any type of pre-op orders yet? I was told specifically not to take BC, motrin, tylenol etc for two days before my surgery. I was allowed to take prilosec and cholesterol meds the morning of surgery. I would definately call and ask. These recommendations came from the nurse who admitted me...I met with her just over a week before surgery.

Good Luck!