What medications are available to treat Anxiety prior to surgery?
Medications that reduce anxiety are known as anxiolytics. Relatively small doses of the group of drugs known as benzodiazepines, diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), and midazolam (Versed) can reduce anxiety. At higher doses, these drugs cause sedation. It is common for a liposuction surgeon to prescribe a benzodiazepine pill to be taken the night before surgery. An additional dose is often given immediately before surgery.
