Covid vaccine and Retinol

[somegirl]

I will soon get vaccinated, however I am interested to know has anyone had experience with getting a vaccine while using retinol cream on their skin? Or, it would also be helpful if someone knows if it is safe to get a vaccine while using retinol cream (vitamin A)?

The reason I ask is because I know doctors don't recommend using retinol while you are pregnant/breastfeeding as it can be potentially harmful for the baby. And also it makes you sensitive to the sun so you have to be extra careful while using it.

So I was wondering, if it that strong, should you stop using retinol to get a vaccine or it doesn't really matter? 

Thanks.

[undeather]

Hi, medical doctor here.

Dont worry, get the vaccine. There are no known interactions between Retinol and vaccine function. Also, you are talking about topical retinol creme - which is less of a problem than the systemic (oral) form. 

The reason why you shouldnt take it while pregnant is because Vitamin A in extremely high doses is known to be teratogenic. 
Thats why you shouldnt eat liver or take unregulated vitamins while pregnant. 

 

Take care

[somegirl]

@undeather Thanks for clarification!