Should I stop Accutane on my 5th month because my skin is clear and smooth?

Thanks for your question.  I hear that fairly often - some joint or muscle pain while on the medication. In our practice, we decide on a case-by-case basis whether the benefits of the Accutane outweigh the patient's discomfort level.  I have never had to discontinue a patient due to...

I do not recommend taking any supplements during your Accutane treatment. I hope this helps! 

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...

Some patients can have very extreme side effects to oral isotretinoine (Accutane).  Although you may be on an appropriate dose, your doctor can reduce your dose and extend the treatment for a longer time.  This will still give you the same benefits, and reduce the side effects.

It is possible to experience back joint pains while on Isotretinoin.  You should stop the exercises that cause pain until you can be examined by your primary care physician.  Additional lab tests may also be indicated. Please be sure to be seen by a Board Certified Dermatologist.  

Congratulations on the successful treatment of your acne! Generally, when your provider prescribes isotretinoin (Accutane), they have a certain goal dose in mind that they would like each patient to achieve. I would discuss with your practitioner to decipher if you received an adequate total...