Will the chemicals in the pool burn my skin? I'm on 30mg Accutane

Thank you for your question.Any possible side effects or new symptoms after starting a medication should be brought to the attention of the prescribing physician. Isotretinoin could be the culprit of your symptoms, but can also be a sign of something else going on in the body. I highly recommend...

Hello and thank you for your question. There is a minimum cumulative dose of Accutane, that is dependent on your weight, that needs to be achieved to "complete" a full course. The daily dose would depend on your weight, blood work results, and side effects experiencing. I would recommend...

Thank you for your question and photograph. It's difficult to evaluate your skin through this type of forum. Accutane is effective in treating acne, however, it is not a cure and recurrence may still occur. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin...

Hello and thank you for your question. The recommendation is to wait at least 6 months after completing Accutane treatment for any cosmetic procedures, including waxing, as your risk for scarring is increased. I would recommend a consultation by a board certified dermatologist for evaluation and...

Hello and thank you for your question. You are correct in that the target cumulative dose depends on your weight. And your daily dosage would depend on the severity of the side effects you are experiencing and blood test results, among others. Depending on your daily dosage, your length of time...

Thank you for your question. In my experience, Accutane should not affect the menstrual cycles, but with that being said, I highly recommend you consult a board certified gynecologist for further evaluation. Take care and good luck.