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Hi All,
I have been using low dose (20mg) roaccutane a day for 3 months and I have had no change and I am still getting a new pimple almost every day.
Is this normal? When should I expect it to start clearing up? I only ever had mild acne before and now it is 10x worse than when I started using Acne.
I need someone to reassure me that this is normal and that in th next couple months I should see a change.
the theory is that it is all about cumulative dosing, and at a low dose it will take much longer to clear...but side effects are noticeably lower
after a miserable experience with it myself, I think a sustained low dose is a very smart way to go
talk to your doctor about topicals, a no-no on a higher dose but maybe something mild may work - but that is a question for your doctor
good luck to you, be patient, I really do think you are doing the wise thing- but it will take time
It's awful, I read all these stories about how at 3 months they're all clear but I have to remind myself that I am on a low dose, my only side effect is dry lips.
I have incredibly sensitive skin so my doctor said I am not allowed to have a topical cream and to use roaccutane at the same time. Do you know of a good cleanser that might help?
I am so embarrassed to leave the house or to even look people in the eye.
I can't wait to see a change soon enough!