I had treated with Accutane for 3 months..3 months after stopping this medicine I got pregnant now....But I'm scared about the birth defects of my baby..there is any possibility?
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This is an expected side effect from isotretinoin. It should resolve within 1 week of completing your course. Emollient lip balms are generally the most helpful for addressing dryness. Best of luck!
Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to have breakouts when starting any acne treatment, especially Accutane. Usually the flare-up lasts a couple of weeks, but in some individuals, the flare-up can be very severe and occur for several months. Breakouts also vary depending on the dose...
Back pain is a fairly common complaint with isotretinoin. If you can do some symptomatic treatment like advil, tylenol, or heating pads to treat the back pain, that is best. You will be the most successful if you stay on the highest dose that you can tolerate. The back pain...