I have started my accutane treatment and according to my blood tests I am not sufficiently immune to hepatitis B

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Is it contraindicated to be vaccinated against hepatitis B during accutane treatment? Are there any contraindications to being vaccinated while taking accutane or is it ok? thank you Hello, yes I already had the blood test 2 weeks ago that you have to do before starting accutane! It's only on this one that they noticed that I wasn't completely immunized against hepatitis B but everything else is ok so I could start my treatment anyway! i would still like to be fully vaccinated against hepatitis B while on treatment so as not to take any chances! so i reconfirm, it's ok even if i'm taking accutane right now? thank you!!! I started my treatment only 3 days ago If in my vaccination record I already received my 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine when I was young, but when I had my blood test 2 weeks ago it was non reactive, do you know if I need to do a booster dose or if it is even possible?

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello Mrs, No, taking Accutane is not a contraindication to receiving the vaccine, but as a precaution it is suggested that you monitor your liver health beforehand to ensure that there is no damage. Your pharmacist can perform this check or ask for a liver test if you have not had this test recently. Sincerely, Tom Samaha, Pharmacist In fact, if your antibody level appears to be low, you should discuss it with your doctor or nurse to see if a new booster dose is needed. This is what is recommended by the Quebec Immunization Committee.