I'm 55 yr old male. I've been on Accutane 10mg a day for last 5 weeks for mild acne. I still have break outs. Any suggestion?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In terms of skincare, always wear an appropriate sunscreen and reduce direct sun exposure. In my patients, I recommend a good ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase whenever they are on Accutane. This will keep the skin hydrated and reduce the oiliness of the skin that is associated with oil-based moisturizers.

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F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Taking lower doses means you will break out longer, as your pores and glands change under the skin and everything comes up and out. 10mg is a very low dose and while your breakout may be lesser, it also means it will last longer. Stick with it. That's the only way to get through it and have a long-term cure for your acne. "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."

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