Accutane Questions (Page 2)

How bad will my acne get on accutane if I already been taking doxycycline ?

Ive recently been prescribed 20mg accutane. I've had Acne on my face, back, chest & shoulders since I was 13. I'm nearly 18 now. I've been taking doxycycline & tretinoin gel for the past couple months and I've been looking a lot better lately. I've already went... read more

Can Accutane cause vagina dryness and painful sex?

I am 26 years old and have been on Accutane for 3 months. I have the normal side effects of dry lips, nose, and eyes. However, in the past month my Accutane dose got increased to 60 mg. For the past 3 weeks it has been painful when I had sex. My dermatologist says it’s due to vagina dryness.... read more

How many times can you take accutane, are the results better the second time?

it worked great for about 5 months after the course was done, then all the acne came back.

What type of cold medicine can I take if under accutane treatment?

What type of cold medicine can I take if under accutane treatment? cough medicine? Is it safe to just buy over the counter cough medicine? Kindly advise Regards Giancarlo Cerboncini

Can accutane make your first period late?

im on my first month of accutane, using 2 forms of birth control and my period is late, its usually on time like clockwork. my husband has had a vesectimy for 5 years now and we use condoms. is there anyway its the meds making me late?

Does accutane delay your period if you've only been on it a month and not on birth control?

Accutane Dosage Timing?

I have a two part question. First, I'm on 60mg/day of accutane in two doses. My breakfast and dinner times vary, so I was wondering if taking the medication between 8-10am and 6-8pm will cause a problem? Sometimes I only have about 8 hours between doses. Also, I eat a very high fiber diet... read more

Is there a risk of Accutane harming your kidneys?

I recently went to the dermatologist because my mom is hoping for my face and back to clear up before m sophomore year of high school. I've been to the dermatologist a few times, and my mom and I have constantly discussed Acutane, because she took it herself. We agreed that I wouldn't... read more

How long does the initial breakout from accutane last?

How long is your skin unbearable until it gets better?

Does anyone know if long term joint pain due to accutane is common and if so is there a cure or help

... for it? I also am also experiencing bad stomach problems. They keep getting worse and worse... I took accutane 2006, 2007. The joint pain has gotten really bad, and a regular thing, and is getting in the way of my career and I"m tryign to track down the cause

Accutane - When do I start to see results?

I started Accutane about 2 weeks ago, and my face is much dryer along with my lips. I expected that from all the reviews I read about. My big question is, when should I start seeing results? I'm breaking out like a mad man but I keep telling myself it has to push all the acne out that was... read more

Accutane - Is a breakout after treatment finishes normal?

Did anyone get a flare up after coming off accutane. I've been off it for about 2 weeks and noticed it coming back and after being on it for a few years and worried this is it for me. My skin oil production is coming back. Overtime I started reducing it id get a flare up hence why i was on it... read more

What can help to reduce joint pain while taking Accutane (isotretinoin)?

Hello, I started to take low dose isotretinoin (10 mg) yesterday. Today - the next morning - I can already feel some joint pain. What can help to reduce them? Is it ok to take glucosamine sulfate with the isotretinoin?

Is it okay to change Accutane brands (same isotretinoin dosage) during the course of the treatment?

I have been on the same dosage and brand for 6 months but I can't seem to find it now. Is it okay to switch to another brand of the same strength and dosage?

What happens if you skip a day or two of taking roaccutane for acne?

I've been taking 40 mg per day of roaccutane (Accutane) for my acne for two months now. Does skipping a day or two of taking it effect the treatment?