I recently finished Accutane and I want to get my nipples pierced. Is it safe?

Doctors often refer to the dryness that occurs with isotretinoin and retinoids like Retin-A as the retinoid reaction. Although normal, the dryness can lead to a feeling of discomfort that can ultimately compromise your compliance. Retinoid reaction...

Thank you for your question. Certain brands of isotretinoin need to bind with fat molecules to maximize absorption, therefore, it's recommended to take the medication with a high fat meal. On the other hand, there are other brands of isotretinoin that have fat molecules built into the ...

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...