After a surgical procedure the general surgeon will often prescribe combination of?

The general surgeon will often prescribe a combination of analgesics, anti-inflammatory medications and antibiotics. Pain control is managed by the use of non opioid and opioid analgesics. In order to reduce inflammation and relieve pain, anti-inflammatory medications are prescribed. Antibiotics are prescribed in order to reduce the risk of infection and to prevent post-surgical infections. The specific combination of medications will depend on the individual patient's needs and the type of surgery performed.