Hello I was prescribed a 6 month course of accutane but I only finished a 4 And a half months worth of capsules by the end of course. This has left me with a month and a halfs supply. Is it pointless to take the remainder of the capsules a month after my course has ended or is it ok to finish the capsules?
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It's great that you're proactive about understanding how your medications might interact and affect your acne treatment outcomes. Here's some information that might help clarify your concerns:
Accutane (Isotretinoin): This medication is highly effective for treating severe acne by reducing the...
There are not a rule. Both forms are correct, but we've found that it is more comfortable and better attachment to the patient who go slowly decreasing. As you describe is ok.
My advice will be to postpone any ablative laser treatment for acne scars until you have been off the Accutane for at least 6 months to prevent risks of bad scarring.
