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A member asked:

Is there any interaction between antibacterial eye drops and isotretinoin? can we use antibacterial eye drops while on isotretinoin?

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Dr. Andrea Kossler answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No interaction : There is no significant interaction between antibacterial eye drops and isotretinoin. You can continue to use your antibacterial eye drops under the guidance of your eye doctor.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 4/3/2016

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No concerning: Interactions to be concerned about.

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2016

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