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Im on isotretinion 30mg for 1mnth, acne increased with huge painful & itchy pimples, dr asked to continue, does it mean its working?how to reduce itchy?

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Dr. Rhonda Simons answered

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Gently moisturize: Your skin with a non-comedogenic moisturizer. Retin-a can be very drying. You also should be avoiding the sun, or wearing a hat, sunglasses, or sunscreen every day if you go outside while on this medicine. If you find yourself accidentally scratching your face at night, you can try Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for itch.

Answered 7/1/2014

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A member asked:

Im on isotretinion 30mg for 1mnth, acne increased with huge painful & itchy pimples, dr asked to continue, does it mean its working?how to reduce itchy?

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Dr. Rhonda Simons answered

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