Am I eligible for Accutane? (Photo)

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i have tried Benzoyl peroxide azithromycin doxycycline clindamycin & nicotinamide clindamycin & adapalene salicylic acid face washed glycolic acid face washes. these are the list of medication i have done for the past 2 years. I have seen little to no change. I had acne all over my face but my acne in cheek area is almost gone now. BUT my forehead acne is worse it has no change and i have acne around eyebrows.

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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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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