Is the cumulative dose method effective for Accutane?

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Hello for isotretinoin is cumulative dose method affective? Or is it the amount of time skin is remained clear in the medication? I read the old cumulative dose method is outdated? Any truth to that? Thank you

Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  Some dermatologists still follow the old premise that there is an absolute cumulative dose that is optimal, but many do not, and we just stay within a safe daily dose for as long as the patient needs the medication.  Sometimes we go one month past the last active breakout, and with some patients, we wean off gradually so people are not nervous about stopping "suddenly".  Discuss your concerns with your dermatologist and I am sure they will work with you to find the right dose and duration of accutane for you personally.  Best of luck!

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