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Starting On Isotretinoin (Accutane)

For lips, the best thing to do in my opinion is have something to put on them right before bed and something for daytime use. For nighttime, you can apply generous amounts to your lips so they stay so...

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11 years ago
Managing Dryness With Acutane

The best thing to do in my opinion is have something to put on your lips right before bed and something for daytime use. For nighttime, you can apply generous amounts to your lips so they stay somewha...

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11 years ago
Unexpected End To Accutane Use

I doubt 2 months is enough. It might keep you clear for a little while, but the higher the cumulative dose the better your chances are of remission. Being on it for 2 months won't give you nearly the ...

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11 years ago
When Can I Stop Taking Accutane Without Relapse

I would try to get to 10,000 mg total and I would call your doctor about increasing the dose. As long as your side effects aren't too bad, he shouldn't have a problem with it. 80 or 100 mg shoudn't be...

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11 years ago
Can Accutane Be Exposed To Air?

I think the easiest and best solution is to just take one of your pills every other day until you see your derm, cutting your current dose in half.

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11 years ago
Accutane Questions

I too am about to go on a second round of accutane. The first time I was on 70mg a day for 5 months and it came back within 6 months.   Yeah mine came back within a year but I am pretty sure I...

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11 years ago
Accutane Questions

I have three questions that I would love some help answering. I am currently on my second course of Accutane and am wondering: 1. Are success rates higher on second or third courses than on first co...

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11 years ago