Age related concerns about beginning Accutane therapy?

February 23, 2023
Asked By:FrumiousB in Charlottesville, Virginia

Hi! I am a 49-yo female with hormonal cystic acne and other skin disruptions. I've chickened out on Accutane three times over the past 15 years or so, meaning I've registered and gone through the waiting period, then noped out. Currently, I am planning to pick up my first dose (20mg to start). I'm a little nervous reading some of the side effects. Is there any evidence that side effects such as bone dryness/pain, hair loss, etc. are more prevalent in older patients?

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