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Vitamin A

I've been dealing with acne for over 8 years. I recently got prescribed Accutane, but after reading about the numerous possible side effects I'm becoming extremely weary of continuing using it. I hav...

In forum Other acne treatments

12 years ago
Just Been Prescribed Accutane, Have A Few Questions

So I just picked up my 30 day supply of Accutane (the brand I got is called Amnesteem) and I'm starting my treatment today. I had a few questions about possible side effects though. The two that worr...

In forum Prescription acne medications

12 years ago
Think I'll Be Prescribed Accutane? (With Pics)

I've just been prescribed Accutane. You have the same problem as me, I'm almost 23 and while my acne isn't severe it is very persistant, I haven't had a clear face in over 8 years. Your skin looks lik...

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12 years ago
Is Accutane My Only Option?

No. You haven't tried the stronger retinoids: tretinoin and tazarotene. Adapalene (Differin) is pretty mild stuff. Benzoyl Peroxide is also pretty mild. Topical and oral antibiotics might work but the...

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12 years ago
Is Accutane My Only Option?

I'm 22 now, almost 23, and I've had acne since I was 14. I have no had a clear face in the past 8 years. I've been on 4 different kinds of antibiotics in the past 4 years, I've Proactiv, the acne.org...

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12 years ago
Accutane Seems Like The Only Other Option

I don't know what to do anymore   I'm 22, almost 23 now. I've had acne since I was 14 and it has barely subsided. I've tried almost everything:   Proactiv Multiple face washes Acne.org r...

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12 years ago
Zinc

I've read alot of reviews on this site that taking a Zinc supplement really helps with acne. What exactly do I need to look for when buying it? I don't want to buy it online, I'd rather just get it in...

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12 years ago
Some People Won't Do This... I'm Back.

I'm kind of in the same boat. I've had acne since I was 14, I'm 22 now. It's definitely not as bad as it was, I only have a breakout here and there but it's very persistant. I probably have 5 active z...

In forum Acne

12 years ago
Starting Differin, What Were Your Results?

I've been prescribed Differin and Minocycline by my dermatologist. I wanted to get opinions on the treatment. I've read that alot of people experience an initial breakout after a few weeks of use, h...

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12 years ago
Post Your Regimen Before And After

Question for people on the regimen, even after your skin has cleared do you still have to consistently use the regimen? Has anyone been able to live without relying on the regimen day in and day out?

In forum The Regimen

13 years ago
Why Antibiotics Often Fail To Control Acne

I've been taking antibiotics for a while now. A couple years ago I stopped taking them and my face broke out more horribly than it ever had before. I'm back on antibiotics and it keeps the acne down t...

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13 years ago
Solodyn

I was on solodyn for 10 months or so, and I was pretty clear. I've been off it for a month or two and it seems my acne has relapsed. Do I need to ask for a bigger dosage? And if I get back on it how l...

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15 years ago