Lip injections while on Accutane. Could this cause any issues?

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I have just began taking Accutane (2nd month this week) and I'd like to have lip injections. I understand that there could be an issue, but not certain what exactly.

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for sharing your concern.    For dermal fillers like Restylane or Juvederm, I would not recommend waiting any period of time after stopping Accutane or even while on Accutane. This would be very different if I was combining dermal filler's with any energy device that requires your body's ability to heal.  In addition, you may want to consider antiviral treatment if you have history of cold sores.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear SexyTexan in San Diego,Accutane has many side effects. When prescribed and monitored by a physician it can be a great medication.  No one has studied risk profile of lip injections while on accutane so there really isn't much data out there.Intuitively, its reasonable that it the two combined together might cause some problems. Given that no one really knows I would not recommend lip injections while on Accutane.Wait till you are off such aggressive medications. Your lips may thank you.Dr. Daniel BarrettBeverly Hills, CA

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

It is best to avoid lip injections while on accutane due to the potential for side effects or complications such as lip and mouth sores.

S. Daniel Golshani, MD, FACS · Answer

Since Accutane even in low dose format can cause lip and mouth sores or dry and chapped lips, I would advise against getting any lip augmentation to avoid having any possible side effects. I personally would not inject fillers until I am sure patients Accutane symptoms have reached a plateau and are under control.

Lip injections while on Accutane. Could this cause any issues?

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