Accutane: Q&A

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Will Acne Return if I Stop Taking Accutane?

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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Is Accutane Usually Covered by Insurance?

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

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When to Expect Accutane to Starts Working?

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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Acne Rosacea and Accutane?

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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Why Does Acne Relapse After Accutane Treatment?

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 Quit Accutane?

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

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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Acne Relapse Rates for Adults After Treatment with Accutane

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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Chances of Acne Coming Back After Accutane Treatment?

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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Moisturizing Product to Use After Accutane?

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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Accutane a Second Time?

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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Is a Generic Form of Accutane Available?

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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Chances of Acne Recurrence After Accutane?

I'd like to know if acne will come back after an Accutane course? What does it depend on? Thanks.

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How Long Until I See Accutane Results?

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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What is Accutane?

I know accutane is a acne medication, but can you tell me more about this treatment for acne

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Coloring Hair While on Roaccutane?

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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How Long Are Most People on Accutane?

I'm debating about talking to my dermatologist about getting Accutane. I have had moderate acne for YEARS and every time I go to the derma he just...

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How Long I Should Wait After Stopping Accutane to Get Pregnant?

I am a 32 female , my doctor put me on accutane before 2 weeks to treat my mild acne, the starting dose is 10 mg. daily. i am to stay on accutane 4...

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