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Can I Have Liposuction While I'm Taking Accutane? 13 answers

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Chemical Peel or Laser Resurfacing After Accutane Treatments 10 answers

I am done with the 6-month Accutane treatment, and now I am desperately waiting to get either a Chemical Peel or Laser Resurfacing for severe acne....
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Accutane Cured Acne but Left Scars 9 answers

I've had acne off and on now for the past 4 years. I recently finished using Accutane and now my acne is gone but i have some ugly scars that I didn't...
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Accutane and Laser Hair Removal 8 answers

I took Accutane for 6 weeks and stopped. I will not be continuing with it  anymore. Can I have laser hair removal on my chin area, say in 2 months?
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Permanent Damage from Sunburn While on Accutane? 8 answers

I've been on Accutane for about 3 months. Unfortunately, I got badly sunburned last week while playing golf. To make matters worse, I went running...
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Will Acne Return if I Stop Taking Accutane? 7 answers

Im planning on ending Accutane, but I'm worried that I have become too dependent on it, and I'm worried that my acne will return. Are these possible?
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Can I Have Restylane Lip Enhancement While I'm on Accutane? 7 answers

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Acne Scar Treatment While on Accutane? 7 answers

What acne scar treatment can be done while on Accutane?
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How Long Does It Take Before a 5-month Course of Accutane Takes Effect? 6 answers

Hey, Thanks again for all the replies, very informative! Quick question; How long would one have to wait after a 5 month course of accutane to get...
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What's Allowed While Taking Accutane? 6 answers

I'm about to start Accutane treatment within the next month and just had a few questions: 1)Is alchol (in moderation) allowed while taking...
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Can I Have Laser Treatments While I'm Taking Accutane? 6 answers

I am taking Accutane 40 mg twice a week. Can I have facial laser treatments? This dose was prescribed by my Dermatologist and it has helped to control...
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Is Accutane Usually Covered by Insurance? 6 answers

If not, what is the cost of Accutane if I pay out-of-pocket?
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What is Accutane? 6 answers

I know accutane is a acne medication, but can you tell me more about this treatment for acne
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When Will I See Improvement from Accutane? 5 answers

I'm currently in my 6th week of a 4-month course of Accutane 60 mg. I was wondering, when I will be seeing some sort of an improvement? I have a few...
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Red Patches on Face After Accutane 5 answers

I’ve been on Accutane for ten months now. To start with, my acne wasn’t extremely bad but I did have acne. Now, I have red patches on my...
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Is Accutane Making my Rosacea Worse? 4 answers

I have been using Accutane (10mg/day) for 5 weeks for severe rosacea - nose swelling, flushing, bumps.  The swelling and redness recently got...
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Am I Now Dependent on Accutane? 4 answers

I took Accutane for 4 years, with very low dose in the past 3 years. My face was not perfect, but much better. I stopped the treatment 5 months ago,...
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When to Quit Accutane? 4 answers

I've heard you're not supposed to stay on Accutane or Roaccutane for longer than about 6 months. I've been on it for about a year and my acne still...
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Occasional Breakout While on Accutane 4 answers

Is it normal to still have the occasional breakout when I have been on Accutane for 2 1/2 months? It happened once but I believe it happened because...
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Birth Control Pill or Accutane for Treating Acne? 4 answers

I've had a few consultations with dermatologists asking them if i could take accutane and the response was always no, because they only prescribe...
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Accutane After Revision Rhinoplasty 4 answers

How long after Revision rhinoplasty can I go on Accutane? Revision rhinoplasty consists of a Gore-Tex bridge and nasal cartilage as tip. Thanks!  
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Accutane for Clogged Pores, Whiteheads and Blackheads? 3 answers

I do not really get many large pimples; but I have clogged pores with whiteheads, blackhead and the occasional small pimple. Can going on a third...
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Acne Rosacea and Accutane? 3 answers

I have acne rosacea on my cheeks and nose. I've used many things from antibiotics(minocycline,tetracycline) to topical antibiotics( erytromicin,...
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Accutane 2nd Time Around Makes a Difference? 3 answers

I have been on Accutane and after 10 months of being off of it, I started to break out again. Should I consider going on Accutane again? Or start...
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Safe Hair Removal Products While on Accutane? 3 answers

I am in my second month on accutane.  Are there any products, other than waxing, to remove facial hair?
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When Can I Get Laser or Chemical Treatment for Acne Scars After Accutane? 3 answers

I am another victim of nodular acne, and thanks to Accutane, that problem was taken care of. Except for the scars. I don't have a large amount of...
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Skin Damage from 2nd Degree Sunburn While on Accutane 3 answers

About 8 months ago, I got a severe 2nd degree sun burn on face while on Accutane. It healed right after but a few months later skin on face is very...
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Acne Relapse Rates for Adults After Treatment with Accutane 3 answers

I'm a male and didn't get acne until I was 25. My diet really hasn't changed (now it's super healthy). Is there a particular reason for why I got acne...
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How Long After Accutane Can I Get a Salicylic Gel Peel? 3 answers

I finished a three month course of Accutane (80 mg) a month ago with great results and wanted to know how long I needed to wait before using a 20%...
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Accutane a Second Time? 3 answers

I've been there before with Accutane. It's been 2 years and I'm getting the return of the cystic acne again. I hate this outcome. Is a second course...
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Why Does Acne Relapse After Accutane Treatment? 3 answers

I have taken accutane 20mg for four and half months, but again after 3 mths of stop gap acne coming out what should i do? I am 54kg want to get rid of...
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When to Expect Accutane to Starts Working? 3 answers

I just started Accutane and I was wondering when I should expect it to start working. Also, are there any preventative things I can do while I'm on it.
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Accutane for Pimples and Blackheads? 3 answers

I am a 57 year old female who has acne since age 12. They were never large cystic acne, but pimples and blackheads. My dermatologist prescribed...
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Recommended Accutane Dosage for Male? 3 answers

I'm wondering, how many milligrams of Accutane should I take per day? I am 23 years old, male and I weigh 60 kg. Thanks.
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How Can I Prevent Achy Joints from Accutane? 2 answers

I am beginning Accutane treatment in two weeks. My biggest conern is that almost everyone who uses the drug complains about achy joints. I am a...
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Chances of Acne Coming Back After Accutane Treatment? 2 answers

What are the chances of my acne coming back? I took Accutane for 142 days at a 80mg/day... the total mgs that I took was 11360 mg. Im 18 years old,...
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Manual Exfoliants While on Low Dose Accutane? 2 answers

Is it okay to use manual exfoliants while on low dose Accutane? I know it's generally not advised, but if the person is generally reacting well to...
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Is Hyperpigmentation a Side Effect of Accutane? 2 answers

I completed 16 weeks of Accutane and want to know if hyperpigmentation is a side effect of this drug. I started noticing hyperpigmentation overnight...
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Is It Safe to Have Hyaluronic Acid Injections While on Accutane? 2 answers

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Moisturizing Product to Use After Accutane? 2 answers

My skin is peeling a little but more annoyingly, it is often very tight, even though I am moisturizing it. I have fine wrinkles now where I smile if I...
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Is It Safe to Increase Accutane Dosage? 2 answers

I've been for 2 months on Roaccutan (Accutane) and unfortunately, I can't see any improvement. My daily dose is 30 mg and I weigh 72 kilos (158 lbs)....
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Hair Dye 1-2 Weeks After Accutane? 2 answers

Can I dye my hair 1-2 weeks after stopping low dose (20mg) Accutane? I've heard that you should wait 1-2 weeks after Accutane to dye your hair...
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Tanning After Accutane? 2 answers

I'm a male, 70 kgs, and have been taking Accutane for 7 months, 40 mg daily. I would like to know whether I will be able to suntan right after...
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Is a Generic Form of Accutane Available? 2 answers

I do not have insurance, is there a generic form of Accutane that is not priced outrageously? I am a 21-year-old male. I would consider my acne severe.
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Photo Dynamic Therapy During Accutane? 2 answers

I'm going to start Accutane in a couple of days. I will also be doing Photo Dynamic Therapy treatments. Would this affect my face in any way? Is it...
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Waiting Time for Accutane After Scar Improvement Procedures? 2 answers

How long should I wait AFTER Dermaroller, Fraxel Laser (Restore) or Microdermabrasion BEFORE starting Accutane? My skin is really...
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Safe to Drink Alcohol While on Accutane? 1 answer

I went out drinking last night and I'm on Accutane, should I worry? I'm on 60 Mg of Accutane a day, if this is the only alcohol I consume while on the...
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Chances of Acne Recurrence After Accutane? 1 answer

I'd like to know if acne will come back after an Accutane course? What does it depend on? Thanks.
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Studies on Pregnancies After Accutane Use? 1 answer

I have been unable to locate information on the web regarding pregnancies after Accutane. I know of or have heard of several people who say they were...
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Did Accutane Affect Healing from Sunburn? 1 answer

I just stopped Accutane about three months ago. I recently got mild sunburn on my face and when I went to my doctor, she gave me Cutivate and...
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Coloring Hair While on Roaccutane? 1 answer

I am using Roaccutane and I have been told that I cannot color my hair. Is this true? I usually have the tip cap on and the hair colour doesnt touch...
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Does Kaiser Insurance Cover Accutane? 1 answer

I want to get on Accutane. I have Kaiser, will they take my insurance?
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Accutane for Oily Skin? 1 answer

Do you recommend Accutane for an extremely oily t-zone if there's no acne? Can Accutane decrease the oil production?
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Is It Safe to Take Accutane and Amoxicillin at the Same Time? 1 answer

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Can Low Dose Accutane Help with Sebaceous Hyperplasia? 1 answer

What about low dose Accutane? Can it help? I will soon begin taking 10 mg every other day to treat hyperplasia sebaceous glands. In only 3 months,...
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Dry, Thin Skin from Accutane? 1 answer

I went through a course of Accutane (Roccutane) treatment a few years ago. Since then, my skin seems much thinner and drier. Could the Accutane have...
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Accutane for Clogged Pores and Small Pimples? 1 answer

I do not really get many large pimples, but more clogged pores with whiteheads, blackhead and the occasional small pimple.Can going on a third course...
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How Effective is Roaccutane for Acne? 1 answer

I have been on the tablets for about 4-5 weeks and the acne is getting worse. Could you tell me when I will see an improvement?
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How Long Does Redness Last After Stopping Accutane? 1 answer

I was on Accutane for 142 days on a 80 mg/day, currently I am 2 weeks post Accutane. I am clear, and have some raised scars...I will fix these scars...
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What Can Be Done About Hair Loss from Accutane? 1 answer

I, like many others, have finished my Accutane treatments 3 years ago and immediately experienced heavy thinning of hair. I am a 22-year-old female...
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Staph Infection Prevention While on Accutane 1 answer

I've just started taking Accutane (20mg/AM, 40mg/PM). My doctor also prescribed me Mupirocin ointment as a precaution to avoid getting a staph...
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How Long Until I See Accutane Results? 1 answer

My son started Accutane 45 days ago. He had gone through the gamut of products and drugs to control it to no avail. His acne was about a 7 on a...
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Risks of Birth Defects from Accutane Even After Years Later? 1 answer

I'm just scared I am doing such harm to my body. Is there a big percentage of birth defects after taking medication even years later? I know you have...
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Acne Gets Worse on Roaccutane Before Improvement? 1 answer

When on Roaccutane  does everyone's acne get worst before it gets better? I have only been on Accutane for 2 weeks and 4 days and my acne has...
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What Are the Risks and Benefits from Accutane? 1 answer

I've had mild acne since my teens and am now 30. I've been on different prescription oral medicines for the last 10 years, currently on Solodyn. I'm...
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Can Accutane Trigger Male Pattern Baldness? 1 answer

I took accutane for 6 months and noticed my hairline receded drastically on both temples. Could the accutane have triggered male pattern baldness?
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Cellulite from Accutane? 1 answer

Is it possible for Roaccutane treatment to cause cellulite or make it worse ? If yes, can it be reversed by discontinuing the medcine? And how long...
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Accutane for PCOS-related Acne and Oily Skin? 1 answer

I have scarring, mild to moderate acne, but I often scar (small ice pick scars and needle point scars). I've been prescribed 20mg/day of Accutane for...
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Using Accutane Without Mupirocin? 1 answer

I have had acne for almost 10 years now. I have tried everything and am tired of bad skin. I started Accutane this week and was prescibed mupirocin...
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Is Nixoderm Safe to Use After Accutane? 1 answer

Is it ok to use Nixoderm face medication two weeks after I stopped Accutane? If not, how long should I wait? Thank you
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Round Marks on Neck Due to Accutane? 1 answer

Hi, my girlfriend recently came back from a trip and has red round marks (there are about 3 of them) on her neck. She is taking Accutane. She has been...
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Other Procedures Allowed While on Accutane? 1 answer

I was wondering what cosmetic procedures are allowed during Accutane treatment? I know Microdermabrasion, Fraxel, and Chemical peels are out of the...
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Affects of Herbal Supplements on Accutane? 1 answer

Can dietary herbal supplements interfere with Accutane or Bactrim in any way?
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Does Accutane Cause Balding? 1 answer

I have heard from a couple of people that a side effect of Accutane is balding, so I'm wondering if this is true.
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Is It Safe to Take L-Glutathione Pills While on Accutane? 1 answer

I am on Accutane for my acne and as no treatments such as chemical peels, or dermabrasion are possible at the moment due to me taking Accutane, would...
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