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Thank you for your question. Isotretinoin should not change the blood alcohol content. The reason why drinking alcohol is cautioned while on Isotretinoin is because the medication can affect the liver enzymes by raising them. Alcohol can also raise these same enzymes which can indicate damage to the liver. I hope this helps.
No, Isotretinoin would have no affect on BAC. It's not an alcohol or alcohol-derivative, so it would have zero affect on blood alcohol concentrations for testing.
We have historically said that you shouldn't do any lasers while on accutane, but there are many types of lasers treating different things. Generally speaking, for laser hair removal, to be safe, I would wait a minimum of 1 month after Accutane for laser hair removal, but to be even safer, I...
Yes, Accutane has been used in the past as an anti-cancer medication. It has properties that destroy quickly replicating cells, which are often cancer cells. There are many more evolved medications for cancer now, so this isn't used very often anymore. Additionally, what matters is the dosage....
Thank you for your question. I would not advise to use the apple vinegar cider on your red marks. It is typical to have red marks as a result of pimples and using any type of acidic based product can dry out your skin further. The best way to prevent worsening of the spots is to use a sunscreen...
Accutane doesn't affect growth or anything like that. I would say I've started people on Accutane in their early teen years, around 13, as it depends more on the type and severity of the acne than it does the age.
Accutane is a great medication for cystic acne. I am not sure how long you have been on the Accutane. Occasionally, patients will get a flare of acne when Accutane is started( acne fulminans), and prednisone can help calm this down. A usual course of Accutane is 4-6 months...
The nodule should go away on its own. It is best to give your skin some time to heal after the use of Accutane. I’d recommend approx. 6 months. If you still feel the nodule and have some redness then you may want to consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and see what your options a...