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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 effects and I was just wondering- what if I took a very small dosage for a longer time? Would that decrease the problems and still get the job done?
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anniecorney
in Bethesda, Maryland
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Low dose Accutane treatment
Low dose Accutane treatments are done, and the therapy does last for a long time. However, achieving a long-lasting remission from acne once you stop low dose Accutane is rare. Usually there is a relapse.
Accutane does have a number of potential side effects, but there is no better medication for acne. The patient is monitored by monthly examinations and blood work.
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