Question 1

how long does accutane take to start working?

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2-3 months: Accutane or Isotretinoin is one of the most effective medication we have for acne.  It is dosed based on your weight and taken as a 5-6 month course. I usually see improvement in my patients at 2 months.  Don't be discouraged if it takes you longer to respond.   There are some potential side effects while taking Accutane so followup closely with your doctor.

Question 2

i'm on accutane been clear for 1.5yrs until now. past 4 months i've been getting some small pink dots . what can i take? topicals not working! tried s

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Topical: so u were on Accutane systemic? And how long since you stopped and how long were you on it? Topical retinoids ( prescription strength) and OCPs might help. Consult with your MD

Question 3

what vitamines can i take during accutane? any would help? c? e? i know you can't take a, but the others? thank you xx

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The rest are okay: I'd urge you to get your vitamins from a balanced diet rather than a bottle. Avoid taking vitamin a itself; if your dermatologist isn't adverse to your taking a multivitamin with only a small amount of a, it would be okay. Your vitamin d can come from reasonable sun exposure.

Question 4

should i take accutane?

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Depends: Its hard to say without knowing more about you. However, Accutane is an exceptional medication for treating cystic acne, with marked results seen. There are unfortunately side effects as well as monitoring to be performed, so it is best to check with your doctor to determine whether or not to start.

Question 5

how long does it take for accutane?

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Varies: Some clear first month some clear after finish last dose. Most improve 3rd or 4th mo.

Question 6

how should i correctly take accutane?

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Ask your doctor: The dose of Accutane is individualized to your weight. You avoid vitamin a or tetracycline antibiotics when taking accutane. Your doctor will prescott 1-3 pills per day depending on how much drug you need during the course of your treat, ent.

Question 7

is it ok to take ensure while on accutane?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Now that your acne will soon be just an unpleasant memory, it would be great to hit the fitness circuit well. These "fitness drinks" are a convenient way of getting good nutrition, and you might do yourself an even greater favor by acquiring the best possible eating and fitness habits overall. Congratulations on your new life.

Question 8

how many months should someone take accutane?

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Accutane: 50% of people are cured of acne with one course of 20 weeks at a dose of 1 mg/kg and most of the rest of the people are cured with a second course of 20 weeks at a dose of 2mg/kg. Weekly blood test monitoring is important, particularly at the higher doses. By weekly blood tests you can discover any adverse effect of the medication before any harm can occur to you.

Question 9

is it okay to take ibprofene while taking accutane?

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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 10

can i take exposed skincare pills along with accutane?

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"EXPOSED" PILLS: DO YOU MEAN "EXPIRED" PILLS?
CHECK WITH THE DOCTOR WHO PRESCRIBED THE ACCUTANE!
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