Can I do IPL sessions while on spironolactone?

December 8, 2017
Asked By:Frimoussee in France, FR

Hi ! I suffer from an idiopathic hirsutism and I am on spironolactone 100mg/day. I was offered an IPL machine (philips). I would love to get rid of my hair, but is it safe with this medication ? Is it okay if I stop taking spiro for a week everytime I have an IPL session ? Thank you so much !!

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December 9, 2017

Answer: Spironolactone and IPL; ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS NJ

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Jeff Rapaport, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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December 9, 2017

Answer: Spironolactone and IPL; ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS NJ

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Jeff Rapaport, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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December 11, 2017

Answer: Spironolactone does not need to be discontinued prior to an IPL photofacial treatment

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December 11, 2017

Answer: Spironolactone does not need to be discontinued prior to an IPL photofacial treatment

December 9, 2017

Answer: Is IPL safe if I am on spirolactone?

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December 9, 2017

Answer: Is IPL safe if I am on spirolactone?

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