i am currently on roaccutane , just started 4th month of 6, i have experienced very few of the side effects: dryer, tighter skin on my face and chapped lips. i attended an assessment for lasik eye surgery and after various tests was told i was suitable... i informed the doctor i was on accutane, he saw it as no issue , i said i would wait til i finished it, he said it might be wise, my tear count came back as good in both eyes so i dont have dry eyes, can i get lasik done immediately after?
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Answer: Always wait to do elective surgeries after Accutane
Accutane is most effective when it is given at an average dose of 1 mg/kg per day for 6 months. Low dose Accutane like 20 mg per day for 4 months usually clears the acne well but is much more likely to relapse. So the total dose during treatment is one potential cause of relapse...
You should always tell your treating physician about any OTC and prescription medications you are taking. The most important interactions are high-dose vitamin A supplements and the tetracycline class of antibiotics (including tetracycline, doxycycline, and minocycline). There are...
Dry skin is a problem while on Accutane. In our office, we advise Accutane patients to begin daily moisturization with Elevase Moisture Booster with ceramides. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
