Hi, I’m Scheduled For Laser Hair Removal On The Bikini

Posted on Thu, 18 Jul 2019

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Question : Hi, I’m scheduled for laser hair removal on the bikini area tomorrow. I am taking Diflucan and Metronidazole. I finished Diflucan 2 days ago. I’m still taking the Metronidazole. Are these antibiotics safe to take while having laser hair removal? Do they cause photosensitivity? Thanks

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Antibiotics are safe to use while having laser hair removal

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to ask a doctor service
I have gone through your query and these antibiotics are safe to use while having a laser hair removal.
They won’t cause photosensitivity.
You can go ahead with laser hair removal.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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