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Odd Side Effect Use aquifor more often. At my worst, I was using it 15 or more times a day. they are not cold sores, that's caused by something else. It's probably blisters | In forum Prescription acne medications | 9 years ago |
What to do when the Magic of Minocycline runs out? Tough break about being an adult male acne sufferer. It worsened my quality of life into my thirties so I understand your frustration. Antibiotics, whether it's minocycline or any other has its limit... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 9 years ago |
1 day off accutane breakout Your new spots are a coincidence. There's still accutane in your system, and despite the significant improvement you were always susceptible to new breakouts. The diet thing is a myth. The best way ... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Accutane side effects and lowest cumulative dose?? You can clear mild facial acne with less than 120 mg/kg. Body acne is definitely more persistent. Your age and severity of acne are the biggest predictor of relapsing. I guess that your doctor will tr... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
When does accutane depression start? I disagree with naimur97. Depression is not necessarily caused by life events or how well you handle them. There are definitely biological and chemical factors at a play. You may not have any psycholo... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Accutane Questions/Concerns That could be caused by a lot of things. I'm guessing its a reaction to some kind of infection or illness. The accutane may be coincidental, but you would never know unless you stop taking it, and cle... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
What to use after accutane??? I agree with delovely. Benzoyl peroxide and a topical retinoid. Don't bother with antibiotics unless you absolutely need to | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Best antibiotic experiences? Wombat666 To answer your original question. Yes bactrim is spectacular but I think it's mostly used as a last resort. I used it for a year but like a lot of people, it came back when i stopped. Good... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
On accutane for 5 months now and got a new bad breakout 🙁 It might be more complicated. Some women have hyperandrogenism which requires different drugs. I know it sounds ridiculous coming from a man but getting your levels check might be worth a try | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
I think I have tried it all....help Benzoyl peroxide wash works very well for body acne 7.5 or 10% concentration works best. Plus, leave it on for 5 or ten minutes before rinsing it off. If its severe inflammatory acne then an oral anti... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
How long should an isotretinoin course be? 3 months is pretty short. I wouldn't sweat it or dwell on cumulative dose. Just follow your doctors orders and see what happens. Accutane isn't exactly fun. The dry lips are a son of a bitch | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
On accutane for 5 months now and got a new bad breakout 🙁 If it only happened on your forehead, it may be triggered by a hair product. It sounds like your acne is very persistent. Have you tried hormonal treatment? | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Mild cystic acne with differin? Differin will definitely help severe, and mild acne. No accutane is not necessarily appropriate for mild acne. It would work but it's expensive and complicated. Pressing or pinching any acne lesion w... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Advice for dry face on Isotretinoin (Accutane) Glad to help | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Advice for dry face on Isotretinoin (Accutane) Cerave sa repairing lotion or any cerave moisturizer will help and not cause breakouts i suggest using a sunscreen if you spend much time outside | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
how long does severe dryness last? Try to keep up with moisturizer and sunscreen and cerave renewing SA lotion is the best. You shouldn't have to suffer Go SOX!!! | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Breaking out after Accutane I personally think that the diet thing is nonsense but it couldn't hurt. Consistency is the key to successful acne maintenance. You should go back to the doctor and ask for advice and stick with the t... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Accutane wasn't a miracle drug after all Yes take it again or longer and at a higher dosage if you can tolerate the side effects. Acne definitely sucks but life goes on. Btw men aren't completely superficial, confidence and self esteem are ... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Kidney pain from accutane? I doubt accutane is causing it. It may be kidney stones or dehydration. | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Amoxicillin. I need urgent help. If you broke the seal, it's probably fine. If it was broken before you got it, throw it away and just skip your last dose at the end of the coarse | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
not a normal tretinoin reaction... Please help (pics included) It looks like you may have used too much and maybe too often. Don't apply tretinoin on the rash area until it goes away, continue using it on your face. Maybe consider doing it every other night. Reme... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
afraid of antibiotic resistance Antibiotic resistance is probably already there. Doxycycline helps reduce inflammation and bacteria but it P. Acnes bacteria never go away completely. Best thing you can do is continue a maintenance t... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Starting Isotretinoin Dial soap cerave moisturizer aquaphor lip balm | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Accutane Causing Havoc That is a high dose, not necessarily inappropriate. It sounds like you're doing everything right as far as preventative skin care. I suggest using a sunscreen/moisturizer in the mornings. You could us... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |
Accutane cost (No Insurance) It costs too god damn much!!! If you live in America, it will exceed 5000 dollars. If you're a female, even more. I'm not sure I understand your situation. Have you seen a dermatologist yet? Did a pri... | In forum Prescription acne medications | 10 years ago |