Laser Genesis and Possible Drug Reaction?

I have scheduled a series of laser genesis each two weeks apart to treat light acne scarring and diffuse redness. I also take sulfamet daily for rosacea and cystic outbreaks. I was asked to discontinue sulfamet two weeks prior to treatment due to possible skin reactions, which means I'll go almost two months without it. I am already breaking out and worry that the skin consequences of not taking the sulfamet will be worse than any improvement I will get with the laser treatments! Suggestions?

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Laser Genesis Treament While Taking Sulfamethoxazole

Sulfamethoxazole can cause light senistivity in some cases. In a recent study of over 26,000 people who took this medication, only 82 (0.31%) experienced light sensitivity. Laser genesis is very effective at controlling rosacea and could be scheduled within a week of discontinuing the medication in most cases. An alternative would be to do some spot tests with the laser while on Sulfamet therapy to see if an excessive skin reaction would occur, and proceeding with treatments if there is no... more

Laser genesis and possible drug reaction

There are certain medications that are photosensitive, like Accutane, which means that when doing laser treatments, patients should be off of them. However, it also requires that an office understand dosages of medications as well, because sometimes you can be on light sensitive medications and do procedures. In my office we would discuss your dosage before telling you to be off of anything for over 2 months' time.