Does Accutane decrease the collagen production?

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Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

Accutane helps acne by reducing oil production and thereby reducing cyst production in those with moderate to severe acne. It does not have an impact on collagen.

Melanie Hecker, MD · Answer

The main thing that decreases collagen production is natural aging of the skin.  Accutane is not known to decrease collagen.

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