How bad is stopping Accutane intake for a week during 6-months period? (photo)

It would be reasonable to do a Brazilian Blowout while on Accutance. I would only consider that your scalp might be slightly more sensitive under these conditions.

This is an impossible statistic to answer. You are required to be on 2 forms of birth control while taking Accutane, and for a month following your last pill. According to the FDA it is only safe to conceive a minimum of 30 days after your last pill. "This answer has been solicited without...

Unfortunately this happens frequently and it's why I often tell patients to immediately leave my office and go to the pharmacy to drop off the prescription. If the Accutane isn't in stock you can miss your window to pick it up within the iPledge program. Next time you get a prescription, take it...

That's interesting and not something I've heard before. I have treated patients who report persistent dryness and also persistent sun sensitivity following isotretinoin (Accutane) use, but skin color is a new one for me. It is also unusual for Accutane to be in your system after 6 months, so I'm...

Most people do not experience vaginal dryness while on Accutane, especially at a low dosage like 20mg, but if you do, it will not be permanent and will resolve quickly after finishing your course of medication. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as...

It would depend on the mg dosage you are taking. To be honest I tell people to just take the medication and wear sunscreen. Because if we start trying to go around vacations and things like that, you'll never get it done. So really, do your best to take your meds and put on the sunscreen. If you...