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This is an untraditional, yet viableroute to combat oily skin. Even 10 milligrams every day for this off-labelindication would do just fine. With ten milligrams a day of Isotretinoin, you willbe able to decrease sebum production, leading to a less oily complexion. There are no specificrecommendations for monitoring blood work using this low dose for an extendedperiod of time. Some additional risks, such as bony problems, can result in bone weakness and hyperostosis,when using the medicine for a long-term. However, we have done this on someoccasions for patients who have recalcitrant, oily skin. Expect results to become evident within amonth. When the duration of the prescription is complete, there are additionalways to topically combat oily skin like high potency, topical retinoids.
No, it's not enough unless you are taking it as a maintenance regimen, meaning you've already had a full regimen of taking it daily. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
No one should have prescribed you Accutane if there was a chance you were pregnant or you were trying to become pregnant. Accutane is a black label medication and you need to be on TWO forms of birth control to prevent pregnancy. There is no research on when the developmental deformities take...
You cannot wax while on Accutane, period. You need to apply hydrocortisone and Vaseline and keep the area moist throughout the day. Also use sunscreen liberally. Hopefully it will resolve but you may have hyperpigmentation for some time. Don't wax while taking Accutane! "This answer has been...
I perform laser treatments on my Accutane patients at times. But I am also keenly aware of their dosage and my treatment parameters. If you don't have an office that is keenly aware of Accutane and lasers, then no, it is probably not safe. And I advise my patients to be off of the Accutane for 2...
