Risks of Birth Defects from Accutane Even After Years Later?

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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Accutane for Pimples and Blackheads?

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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Birth Control Pill or Accutane for Treating Acne?

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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Photosensitivity After Accutane?

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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Do Hormonal Treatments Work when Accutane Has Not?

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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Accutane for Acne on Face, Back, and Buttocks?

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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Is my Acne Severe Enough to Take Accutane?

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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Is my Accutane Dose Safe?

I am 42 yo cauc. female with moderate hormonal acne flares and was on Accutane (Claravis actually) 6 months ago at 40 mg one day then 80 mg the next....

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Can I Use Hair Removal Cream on Vaginal Area While Using Accutane?

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How Long Will It Take for Skin Dryness to Decrease?

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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Accutane Vs Red and Blue Light Therapy?

I had several side effects from Claravis (generic accutane) after a month and had to go off for trying to control VERY oily skin and moderate cystic...

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

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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Acne After Accutane - What Should I Do?

29years old married women took accutane 20mg once daily for 4 months got allright but again acne coming out after 4 months what should i do?

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Should I Try Accutane for Adult Body and Face Acne?

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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Taking Accutane for Rhinophyma, It has Gotten Worse and Spread, Should I Discontinue Use of Clarvis?

I am a 34 year old female on a 60 mg a day, 5 month course of Clarvis (Accutane) for moderate rhinophyma on my cheeks and nose. I just finished my...

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Is It Safe to Take Anxiety Medication a Week After Accutane?

I've been off Accutane for 1 week and I am considering taking Buspar and Ativan for my anxiety but I am worried that there might be an interaction. Is...