I have taken accutane when I was in my teens to be preventative, then am going to go onto accutane again to be preventative at 23. My question is I took steroids after this second round of treatment is it likely that ill have to go onto accutane for a third time or will it likely mean my acne side effects be lessened having done accutane twice
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When addressing the combination of Accutane (isotretinoin) and spironolactone for hormonal acne, it's important to consider the unique mechanisms and benefits each medication offers. Accutane is typically used for severe acne and works by reducing oil production, unclogging pores, and offering...
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) is commonly used for treating hypogonadism, a condition where the body does not produce enough testosterone. Accutane, or isotretinoin, is a medication used to treat severe acne.
There is no direct contraindication to using both Accutane and TRT at the same...
Thank you for your question. Accutane is by far the most powerful tool we have against severe acne. It can cause a myriad of side effects and lab abnormalities, the most common of which are elevations in triglycerides, cholesterol and liver function tests. However, it is important to remember...