“Salicylic Peel for Mild Acne (Forehead, Nose and Cheeks) - India”

You must stay on the isotretinoin for the full course in order for it to work. 20 mg. is a very light dose. The usual dose is 40 mg a day, more if you have severe acne. It has a lot of side effects that are not fun, but if you stay the course, you will have much clearer skin for a very long time. I took a course and a half at 40 mg a day. I now have one or two pimples a month and they last a shorter time than they used to. Be patient and try to stay the course.

When I began Accutane, my acne also got worse before it got better, which is to be expected. Everyone will have different side effects and results. I got very dry, chapped lips and was always thirsty. I also got a sore under my nose from also having a cold at the same time and having to blow my nose all the time. My dermatologist gave me a cream for that, which healed eventually. Like you, I want a fast result when treating my acne, but I haven't found one yet. Accutane didn't work for me after 4-5 months and maybe I'm one of those that needed to be on it longer or take a second round, because my cystic acne returned. Accutane will not get rid of blackheads or whiteheads, but that can be treated after finishing Accutane. Do not use Retin-A or other drying acne products while taking it. The skin is very fragile at this stage and even after ceasing taking it. I can't believe that one of the girls at my derm's office gave me a chemical peel after. Not supposed to be done for at least 6 months! I had major peeling and worse. I do not advise. I'm sure your doctor is doing monthly blood tests to check your liver while taking Accutane? I also got headaches the first weeks of taking it, but went away with an adjustment on times of day and amount I took. This is another side effect to be careful to monitor. I hope this was helpful.