I want to have Fraxel laser. Is it okay to have Fraxel laser while taking Clindamycin and Biotin?

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I am treating my acne now, but this is just mild acne. I am taking Clindamycin and Biotin as doctor's prescription.

Tracy Evans, MD, FAAD · Answer

These prescriptions should not cause problems with the Fraxel treatment.  Be sure to tell the provider that you are seeing so he or she is aware.  Generally speaking, many providers will not do Fraxel on "active acne" meaning new red bumps or white heads.  This type of acne can be worsened by Fraxel treatment.  At your consultation/evaluation, the provider can tell you what he or she thinks.  Hope this helps!

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Yes, it is fine. In fact the very latest papers show that Fractional Lasers, including Fraxel is safe even if you are on Accutane, so being on clindamycin and biotin is no problem. This of course has to be discussed with the specialist who you are seeing for the Fraxel laser. All the best, Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

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