What are the risks associated with combining subcision treatment and 20 mg/day of Accutane?

Doctor's Answers 1

Hi,

It is best that you clarify this with your attending doctor.

If you are still on Accutane 20mg/day, it is likely that your acne is still active. As such, all forms of acne scar treatment including subcision should probably be deferred until your active acne is fully controlled.

Some studies have indicated that it may be safe to commence acne scar treatment while on Accutane. Personally, I would prefer a more cautious and conservative approach. I would recommend deferring invasive acne scar treatment like subcision for at least 6 months after completion of Accutane treatment.

Even if wound healing is not compromised by Accutane, your skin is likely to be more sensitive and irritable. It may make recovery from subcision more uncomfortable.

Hope this helps!

Similar Questions

Can low dose Accutane be used long term for acne to prevent further breakouts?

Effectiveness of Low Dose Accutane for AcneYes, low dose Isotretinoin (aka Roaccutane/Accutane/Acnotin) is proven to be effective in reducing mild acne and further breakouts over the long term. The low dose Isotretinoin regime can also reduce oily skin (seborrhoea). Low Dose Accutane Dosing RegimeThe Low Dose Accutane regime is particularly popular nowadays because there are less side-effects like dryness of lips/eyes.

Photo of Human

Answered By

Human

How soon after low dose accutane (10mg a week) can I go for Syringoma removal?

Hello there! Thank you for your question and interest in this topic. Syringomas may be removed in a variety of methods but in general I believe you are referring to minimally-invasive skin procedures using equipment or machines such as lasers/minor surgical procedures. You may be pleased to know that you may go ahead for syringoma removal even while on low dose accutane (isotretinoin).

Photo of Dr Joanna Chan

Answered By

Dr Joanna Chan

Aesthetic

Ask any health question for free

I’m not so sure about a procedure...

Ask Icon Ask a Question

Join Human

Sign up now for a free Human account to get answers from specialists in Singapore.

Sign Up

Get The Pill

Be healthier with our Bite-sized health news straight in your inbox