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When Will I See Improvement from Accutane?

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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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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Combining Accutane and Alcohol?

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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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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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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Is Post Accutane Flushing Permanent?

I recently finished accutane around mid-February with amazing results, but the only downfall of it was the flushing. Everytime I flush my entire face...

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My Treatment of Accutane Was Interrupted for 10 Days. Do I Have to Start the Treatment All Over?

I had to travel and forgot to take roaccutane with me. I had been talking it for 5 months already. Stayed 10 days without taking it. Do I have to...

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

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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Does Accutane Reduce the Swelling in Rhinophyma or Does It Treat the Acne Alone? (photo)

How long does it take accutane to show the results? If the swelling doesnt reduce, will steroid injections be helpful?

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