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Does taking a low dose of accutane means it's effects are lower? or even close to no effects?
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How low?????: Long term benefit proportional to total dose. Full dose is more likely to provide something close to a cure. A low dose is better tolerated but would need to be used for a longer time for a more lasting effect. Sometimes you just need to take the edge off a severe exacerbation. Usual dose for average person is 80 mg daily for 20 weeks. Could use 10mg daily for a year or more. With low dose, expect
Answered 10/2/2014
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