Accutane and high frequency?

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Cystic acne & inflamed papules since IUD placement almost 2 yrs ago. Removed IUD 5 months ago and switched to Yaz. Minocycline for year and a half 200mg daily. Added spironolactone 100mg for 6 months. Helped but extremely dry with peeling of face and scalp. Skin very sensitive. Still breaking out. Derm decided accutane best . Starting tomorrow 60mg daily. I am 125lbs. Acne scars easy staying on spiro 75mg can I do spa high frequency & blue light led on accutane?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 terms of skincare, always wear an appropriate sunscreen and reduce direct sun exposure. In my patients, I recommend a good ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase whenever they are on Accutane. This will keep the skin hydrated and reduce the oiliness of the skin that is associated with oil-based moisturizers.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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