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Is an increase in the dosage of Accutane required when treating rosacea? (photos)

May 5, 2017
Asked By:magtan in Roanoke, VA

I'm 43 yo and I've tried Doxy(6yrs), metrogel, Soolanta, Azelex.I began Myorisan 20 mg qd. 9 wks ago. I saw improvement after wk 3 and was very pleased up through wk 7.I had some of the drying of lips, skin, and hair which is to be expected.Around wk 8, I noticed to be producing an increase of sebum again. It was like it was I was taking the doxy and barely maintaining.My face has recently started showing eruptions again.I did mention the increase of oil last visit.Any advice prior to my f/u?

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