I use retane capsules ( isotretione 10mg 30 capsules) and androcur ( 10mg 30 pills ) and i have made 2 laser hair removal sessions before I started the course, can I continue the third laser session? Or it will cause permanent scars?
October 12, 2018
Answer: Laser Hair Removal while on isoretinoin Given that Isoretinoins can increase the risk of scar formation, the conventional wisdom is to avoid any laser treatments, waxing, dermabrasion for 6 months after stopping the medication. There have been several small studies that were done retrospectively(looking backwards at patient outcomes) that did not show any increased scar formation.....so the verdict in this case: if it were me(and you should always ask your provider this) "Would you have LHR while taking isoretinoin?" I would not.
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October 12, 2018
Answer: Laser Hair Removal while on isoretinoin Given that Isoretinoins can increase the risk of scar formation, the conventional wisdom is to avoid any laser treatments, waxing, dermabrasion for 6 months after stopping the medication. There have been several small studies that were done retrospectively(looking backwards at patient outcomes) that did not show any increased scar formation.....so the verdict in this case: if it were me(and you should always ask your provider this) "Would you have LHR while taking isoretinoin?" I would not.
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