What is the minimum duration of accutane and why it is suggested to avoid sun? Can a day out in sun will pose any problem?

Thank you for your question. Accutane typically does not induce weight loss. Losing 19 lbs in 5 weeks without trying to is not normal and is suggestive of a medical issue that is causing you to lose the weight. Please schedule an appointment with your primary care physician as soon as possible...

Hi... your dermat has done good by stopping your steroids, however i will not recommend using accutane in this condition. In TSDF, the skin becomes habitual of steroid and after sometime steroid acne start appearing. If the topical steroid is stopped, they usually get worsen...

Thank you for your question. Having a few days lapse in Accutane treatment between your appointments is fine because the medication lasts in your system for days. Generic forms of Accutane should be taken with a fatty or high cholesterol meal for maximum absorption. I highly recommend you ...