I've been on Accutane for nearly 2 months and my skin looks worse than ever.

February 23, 2019
Asked By:accutanejourney1 in New Jersey, NJ

I have been on Accutane Claravis 40 Mg for nearly 2 months now since jan 4th. I have seen nothing but my skin just worsening, I get acne on parts of my face and neck that I haven't before, I get so many big whiteheads and they will stay there for weeks unless I pop them. I've experienced nose bleeds, dry lips, dry skin, and eye dryness. I'm growing highly pessimistic because there is not one slight sign of anything good. I don't know if there's something i'm doing wrong and if so what?

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October 2, 2023

Answer: It is normal for it to look worse before better. Recommend consulting with provider to determine if increase of dosage is right

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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October 2, 2023

Answer: It is normal for it to look worse before better. Recommend consulting with provider to determine if increase of dosage is right

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 13, 2020

Answer: Accutane treatment

March 13, 2020

Answer: Accutane treatment

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