If Birth Control Works for Acne Does It Mean Accutane Won't Work?
April 8, 2010
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When I'm on birth control my skin is clear, but once I'm off of it, my acne is bad. Does this mean accutane will not work for me (I don't have Poly cystic ovaries)?
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I think true photosensitivity (photo allergy or photo toxicity) with Accutane is rare. Accutane does cause superficial peeling of the skin, making the skin more red, dry and sensitive. This alone makes many people think they are easily "burned." Further, this thinned, outer layer of...
Dying your hair is perfectly safe while on Accutane and after. Accutane can cause slow wound healing and exuberant scars, but your scalp should not be scarred by dying your hair as long as you're using reputable and safe dye products.
Accutane can exacerbate wounds, but does not cause wounds to...
There is not problem with Cymbalta per se. In other words there is no drug interaction that am aware of. However, since Cymbalta is meant to treat severe depression, I would engage in a thorough discussion with your dermatologist before continuing.
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