I have been on tretinoin 0.025% and clindamycin for the last few months and I have not really seen improvement. Will accutane cause me to get cystic acne?
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Accutane does absorb best with fatty foods. I think a spoonful of a healthy oil would help if otherwise fasting, but may not be sufficient to achieve maximum absorption. Since patients are prescribed accutane twice daily, you can discuss this with your treating doctor and one option...
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.Accutane can help pitysporum folliculitis, but often times, combination treatment is needed. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss appropriate treatment options. Take care and good luck.