Can you take a low dose of B5 while on Accutane?

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...

Isotretinoin is a powerful medication and you will need to be monitored closely during your treatment.  Serious long term side effects are not common. Lab tests will screen for liver problems and other potential risks associated with its use.  It is important for you to follow the treatment p...

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...

There have been reported cases of patients having elevated ESR (eosinophil sedimentation rate) while taking Isotretinoin.  This can be a marker for inflammation in the body and should be monitored closely by your provider.  Often a high ESR is associated with other symptoms such as joint pain, f...