Accutane a Second Time?

Isotretinion takes 20+ weeks to fully work, its all dependent on the total dose used.  Most people see results in 6-8 weeks after starting and will see a flare of the acne at the beginning.  I have my patients do light chemical peels and skin care/facials during therapy.  If they...

I agree with Dr. Oppenheim, that the risk of liver toxicity is increased with the combination of Accutane and alcohol intake.  While on Accutane, it is important to minimize your alcohol intake or preferably, avoid drinking alcohol completely.

Flipper-limbed babies, microcephalus (small heads), tiny or missing ears, tiny eyes, blind, heart defects, cleft palate, severe retardation, vascular malformations and kidney problems. This is the reason for the iPledge system. It has been designed to try to ensure the terrible malformations...

Accutane does definitely dry out the eyes. However, most patients can tolerate contact lenses if they use a wetting agent such as Visine. Some dermatologists also feel that oral Vitamin E might help with dryness problems, although a recent paper refuted this proposition. I would play it by ear,...

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...

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...