Can I take Accutane for my skin if I’m on antidepressants?

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...

Any kind of skincare you are using while on isotretinoin should be discussed with your dermatologist. Unfortunately, recommending skincare whilst on isotretinoin can only be done reliably with a knowledge of how you are tolerating the medication and your previous medical history. I would...

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...

Thank you for your question.Accutane therapy can be started in individuals with eczema, but extreme good skin care and maintenance must be taken during therapy to prevent severe flares. The severity of dryness from Accutane is dependent on the dose, so for some patients, starting at a lower ...

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...

While on accutaneo you should be getting peels, lasers, and facials regularly and we have a very extensive skincare plan for my patients (see link) and have them do enlighten peels at home.Acne requires a combination approach to get long term improvement.  For all patients on isotretinoin, we r...