My office received a call today from a patient who was in for a LASIK screening last year. She is now ready to proceed with LASIK. She did have one question: could she get the LASIK now, even if she was taking Accutane for acne? The answer: “No!” I told her she may proceed with LASIK after she is off the Accutane for 6 months.
The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.
I have had a lasik for 3 months now, can I start my accutane after my 4 months of lasik surgery?
Safer to wait at least 6 months, discuss this with your surgeon!