I took my first course of Accutane at 19 and it was tremendously improved. Life changing to say the least. It seemed to come back again 3-4 yrs later and I took another full course. This happened again at 3-4 yrs later after the 2nd course and I needed it a 3rd time. Now 6 yrs later I've noticed my acne returning. I'm using salicylic acid, Retin A and nothing improves it. My skin has never responded to topical tx. My acne is minor but doesn't respond to tx. Is a 4th course of Accutane safe?
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This is a very uncommon side effect of Accutane therapy. Because of its effect on the sebaceous glands and the viscosity of the sebum, a few people will experience this stickiness problem. Hyaluronic acid serums are very helpful in neutralizing this phenomenon since it attracts water miti...
Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In...
Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In...
