My Doctor Prescribed Accutane for my Mild Acne Problems. Is This a Good Idea? I've Tried Various Topical Creams That Don't Work. Doctor Answers, Tips
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My Doctor Prescribed Accutane for my Mild Acne Problems. Is This a Good Idea? I've Tried Various Topical Creams That Don't Work.

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by carmensita89
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Accutane for mild acne

Accutane for mild acne is just fine. Often we try topicals or other oral medications first, especially for mild acne. But some acne is just resilient to treatment, so Accutane is definitely a good solution at that point. You will most likely be on the medication for a shorter course length than others with more severe or cystic acne.

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carmensita89 22 Jul 2012
My Dermatologist said i would be on it for 5 months at a 40mg dosage. I'm just a little nervous trying it out with all the horror stories i've been reading. Would my doctor be able to tell me if my body can handle this type of drug?

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