Retin-A and Antibiotics Before Considering Other Acne Treatments?

If your dermatologist is recommending Accutane, your son may be an appropriate candidate for Accutane based upon the severity of his condition. However, in my practice, we typically try topicals such as Retin A and oral antibiotics such as doxyxcycline before committing to Accutane. Accutane is a big committment and carries serious side effects so that any time prescribed you need to be informed of these risks, and , would suggest trying less risky medicine first and once that doesnt work... more