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Combining Accutane and Alcohol?

asked 2 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Dina D. Strachan, MD
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Is it OK to combine Accutane and alcohol? Would drinking alcohol while on Accutane make it not work or affect the results?

 

3 answers to Combining Accutane and Alcohol?

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Don't mix alcohol and Accutane

Accutane and alcohol both can cause liver inflammation.  It is best to avoid combining them.  An occasional drink probably won't hurt you but it is best to avoid alcohol while you are on this medication.
Dina D. Strachan, MD

New York Dermatologist
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Alcohol and Accutane

I agree with Dr. Oppenheim, that the risk of liver toxicity is increased with the combination of Accutane and alcohol intake.  While on Accutane, it is important to minimize your alcohol intake or preferably, avoid drinking alcohol completely.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Not a Good Combination

It would not affect the results. As far as I know there would not be an efficacy issue. However, Accutane may cause an elevation in liver enzymes and the combination with a known hepatic toxic entity could be dangerous. When we do blood work we are monitoring two things: triglycerides and liver enzymes ( some physicians might also monitor CBC's and CPK (for muscle injury in addition). Thus, we do place importance on this. I study, about two years ago, was somewhat reassuring in that... more
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

Virginia Beach Dermatologist

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