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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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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Why is It Bad to Have Laser Treatments if You've Taken Accutane? 4 answers

What Dosage of Accutane Should I Use to Reduce Sebum? 4 answers

Hi, i have overactive sebum production that makes my face extremely oily and having small occassional breakouts despite good topical regimen with oral...

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Should I Complete Accutane Before Having Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I am beginning Accutane in a few days. I also am considering a Tummy Tuck. Should I wait until I have completed the Accutane treatment before I have...

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Bactrim for 10 Years for Severe Cystic Acne, Accutane Now? 4 answers

I've been on Bactrim DS for 10 years for large cysts on my face(1-2 a year, sometimes 2" in size). I recently tried going off of the Bactrim...

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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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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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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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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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Accutane and Hair Loss 3 answers

I heard hair loss is a possible side effect that can happen from accutane or roaccutane. is that true? any way to know if I'll...

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What Are the Medications That I Can't Take with Accutane? 3 answers

Can i take multivitamins, potassium supplements, panadol night or Sibutramine while am on accutane?

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Combining Accutane and Alcohol? 3 answers

Is it OK to combine Accutane and alcohol? Would drinking alcohol while on Accutane make it not work or affect the results?

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If Birth Control Works for Acne Does It Mean Accutane Won't Work? 3 answers

When I'm on birth control my skin is clear, but once I'm off of it, my acne is bad. Does this mean accutane will not work for me (I don't have Poly...

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Daily Chemical Exfoliation While on Accutane? 3 answers

I have very oily skin with enlarged pores, blackheads, and moderate acne. I currently control the acne and blackheads with an antibacterial facewash...

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Are All Oral Contraceptive Pills Ok for the IPledge Requirement to Prescribe Isotretinoin? 3 answers

Does it matter what 'generation' pill you are taking? I'm currently taking a estrogen/progestin combination pill (Zovia).

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Males with Acne, Teenage and into my Thirties. 3 answers

Acne started on my face around 14 and remained so until about 17 when it spread to my entire back. Hair formed in a spiral pattern on my shoulder and...

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Accutane for Mild Acne? 3 answers

I have been dealing with sudden breakouts around my chin, mouth and lip area since experiencing a traumatic loss in my immediate family. I used every...

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I Have Ulcerative Colitis, is Accutane Safe for Me 3 answers

I Have Ulcerative Colitis, is Accutane Safe for Me

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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...

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...

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...

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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What Rules Do I Have to Stick to While on Accutane? 2 answers

I'm on accutane 20mg a day for 6 months, and I want to know whether or not I can: - smoke cigarettes while on accutane? - do laser hair removal? ...

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Do Hormonal Treatments Work when Accutane Has Not? 2 answers

I had Accutane two years back for six months. My face remained clear for a year and then the acne came back. Lately, it has worsened. I have been...

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How Are Accutane and Depression Linked? 2 answers

I don't understand how it is that an acne medication can cause people to get depressed or suicidal. Could someone please explain to me why??? My...

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Where is Accutane Still Available? 2 answers

I went to my dermatologist other day and he said they don't make Accutane any more. Is that true? If not, can you tell me where to go? I live in Los...

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What Type of Foods Should I Avoid While Roaccutan? 2 answers

Is there any other things also should be avoided?

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How Long Should I Wait After Dermaroller to Start Accutane? 2 answers

I have recently had a few large scars form on my face (after acne), my dermatologist said i should start accutane. However i read you cant do invasive...

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Accutane and Pregnancy 2 answers

What happens if I get pregnant while on Accutane? Is it true that it can cause like flipper babies?

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Arthroscopic Knee Surgery & Accutane 2 answers

I am having arthroscopic knee surgery in 3 weeks to remove a piece of torn meniscus. I am currently on accutane – should I stop taking it?

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Which is Better Cure for Pimples, Accutane or Laser Therapy Treatment? 2 answers

Hi! I'm 23 and having pimples for 1 year. I'm thinking to take accutane as my pimples don't get any better after trying a lot of topical...

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Is Mole Removal by Shaving/cautery Ok While on Accutane As Far As Scarring? 2 answers

It is on my face

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Can a Diabetic Person Take Accutane ? 2 answers

A person with type 1 or 2 diabetes can he take it and what are the risks and complications ?

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Effects of Accutane on Circumcision? 2 answers

I've read about accutane increasing the chances of scarring but I always thought this was for laser procedures. What about going under the knife for a...

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How Long Will It Take for Skin Dryness to Decrease? 2 answers

I'm starting Accutane next month (May 25), and how much can i be out in the sun while taking this if i can Very Fair skin. Ive tried every type of...

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Isotretinoin Dosage Change 2 answers

I took isotretinoin for 3 months, 2 pills a day, each 20mg and the results are very good i dont have acne, so i wonder for how long should i continue...

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How Long Are Most People on Accutane? 2 answers

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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Is it OK to Increase My Accutane to 80 mg? 2 answers

Hi doctors,I'm on 40mg Accutane for 4 months ,I'm on my third month ,my liver its high, but mi doctor wants to put me on 80 mg for 7 months .....

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Do Anti-depressants Prevent the Risk of Suicide While on Accutane? 2 answers

My mom will not let me go on Accutane because of the suicide and depression risks. I currently suffer from clinical depression and am on medication...

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Is It Time I Started Taking Accutane or at Least See a Dermatologist? 2 answers

Suffered from acne for 8 yrs. Started off with oily skin and light acne and has progressed to moderate acne (back & face). Now my skin has become...

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Can Acutane Prevent Me from Becoming Pregnant? 2 answers

Can acutane prevent me from becoming pregnant? I had sex without taking any BC pill but am scared i will get pregnant, but later remmember that since...

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Depression Side Effects from Accutane? 2 answers

My daughter has previously suffered from MDD. What are the chances that Accutane will trigger another episode?

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What Dosage of Accutane Should I Use to Reduce Hair Sebum 2 answers

What Dosage of Accutane Should I Use to Reduce Hair Sebum

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Consistent Mild Acne, Oily Skin & Scarring: is Accutane Recommended? 2 answers

I have consistent acne. A couple years ago it was Really bad & I started the acne.org regimen and was able to control it. I sometimes still break...

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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...

pregnancy

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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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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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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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...

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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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...

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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Using Lotion Containing AHA Safe While on Accutane? 1 answer

I just started 40mg of Accutane about a week ago and aha seems to be helping my skin so far, so I'm just wondering if it is still safe to use. I use...

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Risk of Post-Accutane Permanent Redness/Flushing 1 answer

I have suffered from acne since was 13 y.o (now 24) and have had 1 course of roaccutane when it was most severe aged 16. This helped a lot but I still...

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Is Red Light Therapy Safe While on Accutane? 1 answer

I am talking about the home safety to use red light device as a photorejuvenation procedure wth Accutane devices like Baby Quasar or ANSR red light....

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How Long After Stopping Accutane Should You Wait Before Getting Pregnant? 1 answer

HI,my wife has been on roacuttane 20mg from december 2009 to april 2010. is it safe for her to get pregnant now?

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Accutane with Placenta Injectables? 1 answer

I am prone to acne and my dermatologist suggested to take Accutane. I am planning to use placenta injectables that will give me a glow and younger...

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Accutane for Acne on Face, Back, and Buttocks? 1 answer

My daughter has been insisting me to buy her Accutane since we don't have medical coverage. She is 16 going on 17 and has acne on her face which is...

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Take Leftover Accutane from Previous Course? 1 answer

Is it safe to take four 20mg pills of leftover Accutane pills to counter a current flare up after finishing a 4 month course of 80mg Accutane daily...

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Is It Safe to Use Topical Vitamin C While on Accutane? 1 answer

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Accutane After an Ear Surgery? 1 answer

Hello! Two months passed after I had an otoplasty, my dermatologist prescribed Accutane as a treatment for my acne. My plastic surgeon explained it's...

Photosensitivity After Accutane? 1 answer

I've read a few medical articles that have found no photosensitivity in patients on Accutane, but there are stories all over the internet of people...

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Is Topical Hyaluronic Acid Safe While on Accutane? 1 answer

Hi, is it safe to apply topical Hyaluronic acid while on 30mg per day Accutane?

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Fractional Laser After Accutane? 1 answer

I'm on a low dose Accutane ie 20mg every fortnight for the past 6 months. Question now is, can I now undergo Fractional laser surgery?

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What Are the Effects of Alcohol on Accutane Results? 1 answer

Does it slow down the medications action? Or does it "only" have a bad effect to the liver. Thanks.

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How Long I Should Wait After Stoping Accutane to Get Pregnant? 1 answer

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...

Accutane vs. Vitamin A Supplements 1 answer

Hi, I'm contemplating whether to do another course of accutane as it's the only thing that has ever worked to clear up acne. I know there are...

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Does Accutane Help for Reoccuring Pustular Acne? 1 answer

I have pustular reoccurring acne, I didn't get until I was in my late twenties. Does accutane help with that?

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Can I Take Both Accutane and Adderall ? 1 answer

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Can Contacts Be Worn While on Accutane? 1 answer

What is your experience with Accutane and contacts? I am considering Accutane but am a very active person. Am I going to be able to wear contacts?

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Accutane and IBD? 1 answer

I read somewhere that Accutane was linked to inflammatory bowel disease. What is IBD and how does Accutane have anything to do with it?

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Is my Acne Severe Enough to Take Accutane? 1 answer

I have 4 cystic pimples right now and plenty of other ones. I've used almost every topical acne prescription there is. I've taken...

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Will Accutane Affect Cataract Surgery? 1 answer

Is it ok to be taking Accutane and have eye cataract surgery? Catarac surgery planned for end of October. I'm 16.5 year old, male. I will start...

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Can Accutane Help Seborrheic Dermatitis? 1 answer

Can accutane help seb derm on my face around my nose and cheeks

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Is It Safe to Have Multiple Plastic Surgeries Months After Accutane? 1 answer

Hello. I will finish taking Accutane at the beginning of March 2010. I want to have a Breast Reduction, Rhinoplasty and a Brazilian Butt Lift done...

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Getting Restylane for Lips Before Starting on Accutane? 1 answer

After Accutane, I'll be off any kind of elective treatment for a year, so can I get fillers in my nasolabial folds and lips BEFORE starting the...

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OK to Take Cymbalta While on Accutane? 1 answer

Is it ok to be taking Cymbalta to treat my anxiety while on Accutane? I know sometimes Accutane can be associated with causing depression. I'm on my...

Lash Enhancer with Accutane? 1 answer

I am considering accutane but am also applying a lash enhancer every night that includes amino acids and vitamin c as its active ingredients. is it...

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How Long After Fraxel Repair Can I Start Using Accutane? 1 answer

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What Vitamins Can and Cannot Be Consumed While Taking Accutane? 1 answer

1. I would like to know besides vitamin A, what vitamins cannot and can be consumed while taking accutane? 2. Can you eat vitamins at the same...

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Safe to Use Acutane for a 16 Year Old Boy and What Are the Side Effects? 1 answer

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Electrosurgical Device HR-5000: Better Than Accutane for Hormonal Acne? 1 answer

Long story short: I have hormonal acne on my chin.I do not want to go on Accutane.After many hours of research, I found a few articles on something...

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Can the Accutane Dosage be Altered to Speed up Results or Reduce Risks? 1 answer

Could you change the strength of the pills to make your treatment either faster/slower/less 'dangerous'? I know Accutane can have nasty...

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Was Told I Have Rosacea and Should Take Accutane, Does That Seem Right? (Photos) 1 answer

My skin is raised on cheeks. i used harsh acne products and this has been there for months now. looks worse after showering and putting moisturizer....

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How Long is the Second Treatment Course of Accutane? 1 answer

I got off my first treatment of accutane 2 months. Now I am breaking out in the same places as before. I am using differin .3% nightly and still...

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I'm 39 Years Old an Have Trouble with Cystic Acne on my Neck. Should I Try Accutane? 1 answer

I'm worried about the side effects. My face is clear, I'm happy with it, it's my neck that I can't clear up. The cystic acne on my...

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Accutane After Revision Rhinoplasty for Thick Skin? 1 answer

I just had a revision rhinoplasty 6 months ago and he reshaped my own cartilage to give me more structure, but he did mention that my problem was my...

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Gap During Course of Accutane - What Can I Do? 1 answer

I have to go out of town when my accutane has to be refilled. I will missed four days of medication. I am worried about the consequences. Is...

Should I Try Accutane for Adult Body and Face Acne? 1 answer

I am a 35 yo female who has face & body acne since my late teens. Over the yrs. I have tried everything including clindamyacin, tetracycline,...

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My Weight is 54kg - What is my Dose of Accutane? 1 answer

Stop taking accutane 20mg once daily 3mths ago again break out of acne when should i start taking accutane second dose? and what should be the dose?

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Can I Take Accutane After my Last Spider Vein Laser Treatment? 1 answer

I just had my last spider vein laser treatment about a month ago (Oct.25th)and today(Dec.1st)I started to take Accutane 20mg (never taken Accutane...

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Why Are Doctors Concerned with Crying Spells on Accutane? 1 answer

Is it only out of fear of suicide or is there a possibility of long term brain changes?

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How Long After a Course of Harmony Laser Treatment Do I Have to Wait to Start Accutane? 1 answer

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Can I Use the Obagi Nuderm System While on Accutane? 1 answer

I've been on the Obagi Nuderm full system for two years. I've recently started on Isotretinoin. Should I still be using the Obagi Nuderm? If...

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Should I Start Using Accutane? 1 answer

I'm 20 years old and I've had recurring, and severe acne since I was 13. I tried using Proactiv, but it didn't really get the job done. I...

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