The first 3 months I was taking 30mg once a day. This past month I am taking 20mg twice a day. I had pretty moderate acne. Since they upped my dosage to twice a day, I have had such awful side effects, even worse than when I first started. I even took time off work because my back pain was so bad. I am prescribed to take another 2 months. I even missed my window to pick up my medication so I have to start the whole process over again if I actually want to pick it up.
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October 3, 2023
Answer: Recommend consulting with provider to determine if dosage amount is right for you
Thanks for your question. It looks like you are suffering with fairly severe acne and might be developing some scars on the cheeks. I wonder if you are on too low of a dose of the accutane? Nothing bad will happen if you stop it suddenly, as it sticks around in the body for a...
Isotretinoin is a powerful medication and you will need to be monitored closely during your treatment. Serious long term side effects are not common. Lab tests will screen for liver problems and other potential risks associated with its use. It is important for you to follow the treatment p...
Thank you for your question. Fasting requirements depend on the labs being drawn. For basic lipid panels (cholesterol, triglycerides, etc.), I generally recommend my patients to fast for 9-12 hours. I highly recommend you consult with your prescribing physician regarding how long to fast pr...
