I got bad acne from steroids but its clearing up nicely now and was wandering if I could run the two together, I'm 5 weeks into my accutane course at 40mg ed
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Thank you for your question. Differin gel is also in the same class of medications as Tretinoin and has similar efficacy. You may use this as a replacement for Tretinoin as they are both Vitamin A creams used for acne and fine lines. Be certain to be under the supervision of a board certified...
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...
Thank you for your question. Isotretinoin should not change the blood alcohol content. The reason why drinking alcohol is cautioned while on Isotretinoin is because the medication can affect the liver enzymes by raising them. Alcohol can also raise these same enzymes which can indicate damage to...