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Yeah, I can't say for sure if it will help with the itching since I haven't really experienced that but it has definitely helped with the flaking. I think it was around $6 at CVS. I've also tried a mo...

My hair and skin are super dry although not very itchy. You might try an anti-dandruff shampoo as they also say they are good for itching. Head & Shoulders or Neutrogena T-gel might work. I have h...

Hi Amy,   I am on Day 12 so we are close ) I have been using Shea butter at night (which is probably really similar to Cocoa Butter in the tub, haven't tried it) and Cetaphil cream in the morning...

Putting vaseline or Aquaphor on a q-tip and applying it to the insides of your nose can prevent nosebleeds. I tend to get them anyway and use vaseline...have been doing this nightly since starting Acc...

Hi, I'm on Day 10, not sure if I'll be any help but will try. ) I haven't experienced any joint pain so far *knock on wood*, have been taking fish oil to help keep my cholesterol down but I've read ot...

I completely agree. I also had a terrible breakout during my most recent course of antibiotics, hopefully we got rid of all the bacteria then and will avoid an IB, or at least a terrible one. Hope you...

For about a year or so in college I had great results with topical clindamycin alone. My acne was fairly mild at the time, only on my chin & forehead but not sure if that makes a difference.

I actually didn't get a password in the mail. At my next appointment I had my second negative pregnancy test and called to get my password and was then able to take the quiz without any problem. So ye...

I'm in a similar situation as you...completed a course of antibiotics with some improvement on my face, no improvement in body acne and decided to go the Accutane route. Being female, I had to wait a ...

Hi, sounds like we're in a similar situation. I'm 30 y/o, just started my treatment last week. Took my sixth pill this evening. Like you, I'm having a few side effects. Fatigue, headache, very dry hai...

My initial appointment was originally scheduled three months out but I called back regularly and eventually someone cancelled and I was in within 4-6 weeks. Good luck to you!

Has anyone had a similar experience?   I am now on Day 5 of my treatment and starting to experience some side effects (dry hair, throat, tired). So far no changes with my skin or lips but I'm sur...

Hey, I also started my treatment on the 26th. I am also noticing some side effects... dry hair, dry throat, fatigue. Good luck to you!

I just started my course two days ago so we're in the same boat! Best of luck to you!

I will be starting Accutane within the next week. I know Accutane works by suppressing sebum production but how does that work in those of us who already have fairly dry skin? My hair is a little oily...

Good luck to you! I start next week so can totally relate to the anxiety. You're not alone!

Hi Simona! Just wanted to let you know you are not alone. I am in a similar situation, I am the same age as you and am also struggling with acne. While I think it is tough at any age, being an adult w...

My brother gets outbreaks of cystic acne occasionally and his lymph nodes will enlarge. They go back down once the acne subsides.

I also look forward to following your progress. I am thirty years old and it's nice to see someone else around the same age to relate to. Can totally relate to struggling with problems in the workplac...

Good luck to you! I am planning to start next month and also have body acne. Look forward to hearing about your progress!

Thanks so much for your replies! Not being able to wear my contacts and hair loss are the biggest non-severe side effects I'm concerned about. Hopefully I will tolerate it as well as you guys are! Bes...

Tetracycline antibiotics are often used to treat acne, specifically minocycline, doxycycline, and tetracycline. Solodyn is also used. Since being on this board I have also heard of others such as Bact...

I am planning to begin Accutane in the next few weeks and was just curious how many of you were able to continue wearing contact lenses while on this medication? I have been researching other side ef...

Differin gel tends to be pretty sticky and it also dried me out quite a bit. Have you tried applying a thin layer and then letting it dry completely for 30+ minutes before adding the moisturizer?

You have to have two negative pregnancy tests a month apart before beginning the medication. Although it does seem a little odd that they didn't start registering you.