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If I decide to stop Accutane mid-treatment due to bad side effects, will my acne come back full force & worse than before?

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tami1986May 20, 2015

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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...

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The simple answer is yes, although most non cosmetic dermatologists will tell you to do nothing on your skin till done with the isotretinoin.  I use salicylic acid peels, microneedling, skin care and facials on patients while on isotretinion.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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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...

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