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Thank you for your question. Accutane (Isotretinoin) is a form of vitamin A. It reduces the amount of oil released by oil glands in your skin, and helps your skin renew itself more quickly. Isotretinoin is used to treat severe nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments, including antibiotics. I am not aware of Accutane itself ever being a chemotherapy medication. I hope this helps.
Accutane is the trade name for Isotretinoin, a Vitamin A derivitive. It hads been FDA approved for cystic acne for at least 25 years. It is a remarkable medication for the right person, but does have a fair number of possible side effects. It is occasionally used off-label for aggressive skin cancers, but I am not aware of it being used otherwise as a chemotherapy drug. I would talk to a dermatologist to see if you are a good candidiate for the medication. I hope this helps. Lana Long, MD
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. When treating cancer, Accutane was given at extremely high dosages. Those high levels aren't used for treating acne patients.
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...
Thank you for your question. The minimum age for person to start Accutane is greater than 12 years old according to the FDA clinical guidelines. I hope this helps.
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...
Thank you for your question. The contraindicated medications while on Accutane are Vitamin A supplements, Tetracycline antibiotics, Progestin-only birth control pills, Dilantin, Corticosteroid medicines, and St. John's wart. Lorazepam should be fine to take with Accutane although you may...
Thank you for your question. Results can usually be expected after about 1 -2 months on Accutane. Usually the first month all the oil and bacteria are pushed to the surface and the acne appears worse. The dosage of 100 mg daily is quite a high dosage, as the recommended dosing is 1 mg/kg/day....
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