Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (875/125) for 7 days + a week later doing a laser hair removal session?

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I'm on a treatment of amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (875/125) tablets for the next 7 days. I would like to go to my laser hair removal session a week later after ending my treatment. Would it be ok to go to my laser hair removal session just a week later after ending this treatment? The thing is is that if I can't attend my session at that time then the next time available to do the session will be 7 weeks after my last laser hair removal session. Is it bad to wait 7 weeks in between the sessions?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, you can have laser hair removal while taking these medications, but amoxicillin can cause photosensitivity. It's always recommended to limit your sun exposure when undergoing laser hair removal,and to limit tanning 2-4 weeks before and after treatments. Sun protection is essential. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Reza Tirgari, MD · Answer

Augmentin, which is what you are taking, should not be a problem with LHR.  There are other antibiotics which can be a concern, but it doesn't seem you are on those.
One week stopping the antibiotic is also perfectly ok.

Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (875/125) for 7 days + a week later doing a laser hair removal session?

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