IV Sedation

MEDICATIONS

• Continue any medications prescribed by your physician.
• Give Tylenol (Acetaminophen) or Motrin/Advil (Ibuprofen) for discomfort as necessary.  We recommend Tylenol as soon as you arrive home. Our medical assistant will give you a time when you can start Ibuprofen (usually 4-5 hours after the procedure.) 
• Try and give Tylenol or ibuprofen before bed to help your child’s night time comfort.
• If your child had extractions, giving Tylenol or ibuprofen in the morning after the procedure may be needed, especially if they are going to school.     

DIET

• Gradually progress from clear liquids to soft foods as tolerated.
• Be careful not to bite a numb lip or tongue.
• If teeth were extracted, do not allow your child to use a straw and have them follow a soft diet for 24 hours.

ACTIVITY

• Your child should rest quietly in the care of a responsible adult today for a few hours after the procedure. Flushing or redness of the face and body may occur, and your child may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, double vision, and/or sleepiness. Young children may be irritable and restless.
• To avoid injury children will need constant attention for 3-4 hours and should not climb, ride bicycles or other riding toys for 24 hours.
• Adult patients should not drive for 24 hours.
• Most children can resume all normal activities, including school, the next day.

Notify our office if any of the following occurs:

• Temperature greater than 101.5° F
• Persistent vomiting; more than 3 or 4 times at home.
• Any unusual symptoms or problems that concern you.

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