Question 1

what happens after you stop taking accutane?

Accepted Answer

If acne recurs, Rx: Effect on acne helps with Accutane. If recurs, ant-androgens help the acne.

Question 2

is it okay to take ibprofene while taking accutane?

Accepted Answer

Probaly yes: Brufen is ok to take with accutane
avoid vit a containg meds
doxycycline and antibiotics should not be mix with accutane. Check with your md before taking any of thes type of medicine.

Question 3

i'm scared of taking accutane, what can you tell me?

Accepted Answer

Benefits: Acne is a very serious personal and professional liability. This is the best medicine for the severe form, and often the only one that works. It's not fair, but someone presenting at a job interview with serious acne is likely to be rejected simply becuase this is seen to be a sign of poor self-care. You'll be followed with labs ; close management. It's your choice.

Question 4

what is best sun block to use while taking accutane?

Accepted Answer

Spf 30: Hi good morning, 

it is recommended that you use an spf over 30 everyday particularly when you are on medication that will make you sun sensitive. But please don't forget to reapply every two hours. You might need to reapply more often if you are doing any heavily activity which involves sweating or if you are in the water. I hope that helps.

Question 5

how long does accutane stay in the system after taking it?

Accepted Answer

Half life : The half life of Accutane is about 22 hours, his is the one it takes for the Accutane level in blood to decrease by 50%.  After 5 half lives approximately 97% of the drug is gone from the blood. Do for Accutane this corresponds to 110 hours or about 4.6 days.  The actual time depends on the liver and kidney function.  People with kidney or liver disease may have longer elimination times.

Question 6

normally, how long would the break outs end while taking accutane?

Accepted Answer

It varies: It varies but it takes on average 2to3 months to see appreciable improvement which may come slowly.

Question 7

how long after taking accutane can you start trying to have a baby?

Accepted Answer

One month after: It's safe to become pregnant 30 or more days after stopping Accutane (isotretinoin).

Question 8

my son is going to start taking accutane but i'm worried.. what are the side effete?

Accepted Answer

There are a few.: Side effects can include inflamed lips and eyes, dry mouth and nose, itching, nosebleeds, rash, joint or muscle pain, and blood test abnormalities. You should discuss this with his doctor, who will probably order blood tests before and during treatment. Despite these potentially serious problems, patients often do very well and their acne can be vastly improved or cured, often permanently.

Question 9

if you are taking accutane and you're allergic to it, when do you start seeing symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It varies but: Some people see redness and/or itching-burning on the fce within 5-7 days of using it. If any skin irritation develops stop using it and contact your doctor.

Question 10

can i tan twice per week at 5 to 8 minutes per while taking accutane? my dr. refused to answer the question.

Accepted Answer

Recommend that you: Avoid tanning beds whether you use Accutane or not. But, in answer to your question - recommend against it.

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