- No use of any analgesics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs), aspirin, any other pain reliever over the counter (OTC ) or prescription, or herbal supplements within 5 days of surgery. Oral contraceptives, prophylactic antibiotics, pre-anesthetic medication, anesthesia during the procedure, or other routine medications to treat benign conditions that would not confound the evaluation of the investigational would be acceptable.