Question 1

how quickly does accutane work?

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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

how quickly does accutane start to work?

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Fast: Usually see improvement start in the first month.  Most patients are vastly improved at the end of the 3rd month, if not completely clear.

Question 3

how effectively does accutane work?

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Very well: Accutane works great, however, you must use a secure contraceptive to prevent unintended pregnancy as the drug is known to cause birth defects.Talk to a dermatologist to examine all the risks and complications of  Accutane use.

Question 4

when does accutane usually start to work?

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Within 3 months: Acne can flare the first few months on isotretinoin.  Most patients start to improve by 12 weeks.  There are always a few patients who require more time to improve.

Question 5

will my accutane pills work faster if i up the dosage?

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This is one med: That should only be taken exactly as directed. Please don't take it upon yourself to make changes with Accutane (unless directed by your dermatologist).

Question 6

should i go on a second dose of accutane if my first one didn't work?

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See dermatologist: Some people need a second treatment with Accutane, usually of shorter duration. Blood work also needs to be done periodically in order to be sure there are no significant side effects. You should consult a dermatologist for more advise.

Question 7

i've been on accutane now for 2 months and have seen minimal improvement. when will this medication actually work?

Accepted Answer

Most within 12 weeks: Acne can flare the first few months on isotretinoin.  Most patients start to see improvement within 12 weeks.  However, there are always a few patients who require a longer amount of time to see improvement.  Your dermatologist will be adjusting your dose as the months progress.

Question 8

does accutane really work and keep your face clear?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is extremely effective. However, it is not pleasant to take and there are hazards. You must not become pregnant. Especially if you're a young lady, you probably want to exhaust all other acne remedies before trying this.

Question 9

hypothetically speaking, can large doses of vit a work the same as accutane? and how much vit a would you need a day?

Accepted Answer

: While this may be true, i would discourage attempting to obtain the same effects of Accutane by taking vitamin A as it is difficult to dose this way and the toxicity it causes may be harmful.

Question 10

i'm just now starting isotretinoin (accutane) and i was just curious as to when it normally starts to work for people?

Accepted Answer

Within 3 months: Acne can flare the first few months on isotretinoin.  Most patients start to improve by 12 weeks.  There are always a few patients who require more time to improve.

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