Can you receive Juvederm injections in the lips while taking Accutane?

Question

Will accutane cause complications for the lip injections? Any thinning of the blood, bruising complications, etc.? I've been on accutane for a week.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, you can get lip injections while taking accutane. Keep in mind, there may be swelling after injections which will resolve in 1-2 weeks. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Ramandeep Sidhu, MD · Answer

Lip fillers can be used for lip augmentation while you are on accutane. There is no known contraindication or interaction. Hope this helps.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  You can receive juvederm lip injections while taking Accutane at no increased risk of the common complications.  Hope this helps.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

Accutane is a commonly used acne medication and while you are taking it, there is no reason you can't have Juvederm filler injected into your lips. Most importantly, see a local expert injector with extensive experience and training (e.g. a dermatologist) to ensure optimal results and safety.

Paul Blair, MD · Answer

There should be no problem with Juvederm injection to your lips while taking Accutane.  It is always wise to let your physician know what medications and supplements you are taking.

Gustavo E. Galante, MD · Answer

There should be no issues with enhancing lips and simultaneously being on Accutane. The procedures where serious healing problems could arise while on this medication are laser treatments to the skin . Be sure to discuss this with your treating physician.

Christian N. Ford, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Taking Accutane will not increase your risk of complications related to your Juvederm treatment.  You should be just fine to proceed with lip augmentation.  Please be sure to see an expert injector for an in-person consultation to fully discuss your concerns and your goals and expectations in order to determine the best treatment plan.  Hope this helps and best wishes!

Raminder Saluja, MD · Answer

The current data for Accutane and cosmetic procedures has more to do with lasers, especially pulsed dye laser and resurfacing lasers and in the laser world, this too is being challenged.  
In regards to dermal fillers, there is no data showing any increase risk of injection while on Accutane (isotretinoin).  While my views are very conservative with delaying any laser until 6-9 months post discontinuation of Accutane, I would, and have, injected dermal filler while on Accutane.
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Can you receive Juvederm injections in the lips while taking Accutane?

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