Can Accutane improve Rosacea once finished? My Rosacea is the worst it's been! Very inflamed and burning.

May 25, 2017
Asked By:sophiexwilson in Cardiff, GB

I have been prescribed accutane as I suffer with acne and Rosacea. I am towards the end of my course and recently started taking 60mg. I've been adviced by my Dermatologist to be patience and my Rosacea will improve once finishing course. Is this correct?

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May 30, 2017

Answer: Accutane is a great treatment for rosacea

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Zein E. Obagi, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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May 30, 2017

Answer: Accutane is a great treatment for rosacea

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Zein E. Obagi, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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January 9, 2024

Answer: Recommend doing Vbeam to help defuse redness and inflammation

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 9, 2024

Answer: Recommend doing Vbeam to help defuse redness and inflammation

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 26, 2017

Answer: Accutane and Rosacea

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May 26, 2017

Answer: Accutane and Rosacea

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