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Drug Classification and Effect on Surgery

Across
Alter normal clotting factors and increase the risk of hemorrhage
Alter normal clotting factors and increase risk of hemorrhage. discontinue 48 hours prior to surgery
2. Can increase blood pressure
1. Reduce contractility 2. Impair cardiac conduction
1. Interacts with some blood pressure medicines 2. Can cause a dangerous increase in blood pressure or heart rate
Potentiate electrolyte imbalances after surgery, especially potassium
May prolong bleeding, increasing the susceptibility to postoperative bleeding
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Blood glucose levels fluctuate, requiring an adjustment to insulin dosage.
1. Causes insomnia, irritability 2. Risk of bleeding and an increase in heart rate 3. May increase hypoglycemia with insulin therapy
1. Cause blood pressure changes 2. Risk of prolonged bleeding
Prolonged use can lead to adrenal atrophy, reducing the body’s ability to endure stress.
Cause bradycardia, hypotension, and impaired circulation due to anesthetic agent interaction
Long-term use of drugs such as phenobarbital or phenytoin can change anesthetic agent metabolism
Potentiate action of anesthetic agents
. Suppresses the immune system 2. Risk of liver inflammation