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Suzetrigine: What Should Plastic Surgeons Know?

Aaron L Wiegmann¹, Adrian N Markewych², John Q Cook^3,4

¹From the Aesthetic Fellowship, Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute (DPSI), Dallas, TX.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open

|March 20, 2026

Summary

Suzetrigine offers potent, nonaddictive pain relief for plastic surgery patients. This new nonopioid analgesic targets specific sodium channels, potentially reducing reliance on opioids and improving surgical outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Pain Management
Plastic Surgery

Background:

The opioid epidemic necessitates novel nonopioid analgesics, particularly in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Current pain management strategies often rely on opioids, contributing to addiction and adverse effects.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the mechanism, efficacy, and safety of suzetrigine, a new nonopioid analgesic, for plastic surgeons.
To explore the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval process and clinical data for suzetrigine.

Main Methods:

In-depth review of suzetrigine's pharmacology, targeting NaV1.8 sodium channels.
Analysis of Phase 3 clinical trial data regarding efficacy and safety.
Exploration of FDA approval pathway and post-marketing considerations.

Main Results:

Suzetrigine demonstrates potent analgesic effects by selectively targeting peripheral NaV1.8 sodium channels.
Phase 3 data indicate promising efficacy in postoperative pain management with a favorable safety profile.
Potential applications include premedication, intraoperative use, and integration into multimodal pain regimens.

Conclusions:

Suzetrigine represents a significant advancement in nonopioid analgesia for plastic surgery.
Its integration into Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols can reduce opioid use and improve patient outcomes.
Further trials and support are crucial for widespread adoption and equitable access to combat opioid dependence.