Hi, I am a soccer player and am in the sun for multiple practices a week. My doctor recommended accutane but I am worried about getting sun burnt. I am pretty tan now and usually don’t burn easy but i spend 2-3 hours in the sun practicing multiple times a week and play in tournaments in the summer. Should I take accutane?
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Accutane has a slightly sun-sensitizing effect but it may also causing superficial peeling of skin making the skin red, dry and sun-sensitive. Keeping your skin moisturizied with a non-comedongic moisturizer will help with those side effects. Wearing an SPF 30 or higher sunblock and...
It is not uncommon for patients to have acne even while taking Accutane. The typical reaction by the doctor is to increase the dose (based on your weight) to reach a maximum effective dose. While increasing the dose your doctor will also monitor for the side effects. You may experience skin d...
No! Accutane is a very toxic drug and many side effects. It should only be used for an initial regimen than can last 4-6 months, then discontinued. Patients may require additional regimens in the future.
