Accolate for Suspected Capsular Contracture?

Hello,
There is no good evidence that Accolate works, but this is the nature of off label use of a drug. I do not proscribe it but other surgeons may do so. Early capsular contracture is pretty rare these days with the predominant use of saline implants. It was more common years ago with silicone gel implants. You do need to be followed closely by your surgeon as this process may require more treatment if it does not improve.

It is early to determine that you have a capsular contracture but the things we do to try to decrease the incidence are massage, Vit E ( no real good clinical studies to support it), and some recommend therapeutic breast ultrasound. The use of the prostaglandin inhibitors Accolat or Singulair is also somewhat controversial. Accolate is a medication used in the treatment of asthma and can potentially cause problems with you liver. In the few times I have used it I have not seen a clinical response and I followed the liver function studies on a monthly basis. I would discuss these questions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck.
Dr Edwards

While there is still nothing definitive about the effects of Accolate on breast implant capsular contracture, a number of plastic surgeons believe it does help. Others are afraid of possible liver issues that can occur when taking the medication. You should consult with your plastic surgeon on this issue.