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When should I stop taking accutane?

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(@umairee95)

Posted : 06/26/2017 4:33 pm

My dermatologist prescribed me 20mg for mild to moderate but persistent acne. She only asked me to take it for a month. I heard that you should complete yourcumulativedosage depending on your weight to make sure your acne doesn't come back. I've been taking it for a little more than a month and my acne has cleared considerably. I have no new acne spots since past two weeks.

My question is: Should I take 20mg for 10 months -- which is my cumulative dosage -- even after my acne has cleared in a month or can I quit it after like 2 or 3 months?

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(@eternalrocket)

Posted : 07/04/2017 12:01 pm

Maybe your derm thinks that your acne isnt like uncontrollable so she put you on accutane for a month to clear whatever there is right now and then give you a good skincare routine to keep your skin clear

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(@user609833)

Posted : 07/04/2017 12:30 pm

How did you get the medication if she only prescribed it for a month? Did she allow you to continue?

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