Tapering Off Meds To Get Pregnant

I was in a car accident several months ago and currently take Gralise (1200mg once a day), Meloxicam (15 mg once a day) and the Mini Pill (for endometriosis). I'm having severe nausia (likely related to endometriosis) and burning in my throat (likely acid reflux) so I can't eat much. I desparately need to have an endoscopy and colonoscopy (for GI issues) and laperscopy (for endometriosis). However, I was told I need to be off these meds for at least one week before these procedures can be done. And I need to taper off gralise.
Plus, I'm turning 40 and want to have a baby and my egg supply is low. I'd like to get pregnant asap, but I'm worried about pain being too much from accident and the effects these meds may have on fetus. I'm obviously not going to take meds while pregnant.
How long should I be off of the meds (gralise and meloxicam in particular) before trying to get pregnant so it doesn't affect fetus)? Is 2-3 weeks okay?

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Hello, Alexandra! How are you? I'm sorry that you have these health issues.

First, it would be best to get the exams you need, to check those issues out, before trying to get pregnant. That way, if something there needs treated, such as an ulcer or damage from GERD, you can do so, before you are pregnant.

Then, an OB Gyn would be the best person to advise you on how long you should be off of them, before becoming pregnant. Some medications can have an affect on your for quite awhile, so it could be best to wait a couple of months, weeks might not be enough.

How do you know your egg supply is low?

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