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Is isotretinoin worth it for mild acne?
Treatment with isotretinoin results in decreased sebum production. This reduces acne, prevents scarring and may lead to a better quality of life and improved mental health in some patients.
When should I stop taking Oratane?
Continue taking ORATANE capsules for as long as your doctor prescribes. Your treatment with ORATANE will usually last 16 to 24 weeks. Most patients only need one course. Your acne may continue to improve for up to 8 weeks after treatment.
How can I get isotretinoin?
All patients, including women who cannot become pregnant and men, can get isotretinoin only if they are registered with iPLEDGE, have a prescription from a doctor who is registered with iPLEDGE and fill the prescription at a pharmacy that is registered with iPLEDGE.
Is one month of isotretinoin enough?
Conclusion: Three months of treatment with low-dose isotretinoin (20 mg/day) was found to be effective in the treatment of moderate to severe acne vulgaris, with a low incidence of serious side effects. This dose also was more economical than the higher doses.
Does ORATANE make you gain weight?
People sometimes mention weight gain or weight loss when talking about Accutane. However, the FDA do not currently list weight change as a side effect of this drug.
Does acne come back after ORATANE?
For most people, acne does not return after Isotretinoin has been discontinued. However, you may still experience the occasional spot. Try to use skin cleansers and moisturisers that are non-oily.
What happens if I stop Accutane early?
When you stop the isotretinoin treatment early, you may have a higher risk of recurrence of the acne. The side effects of dryness and the lips and skin will reverse. Over time, the skin oiliness may return too.
Does Oratane affect periods?
In a study by Kwon et al., it was reported that 20% of the 40 patients who received oral isotretinoin treatment for at least four months at a dose range of 0.7-1.2 mg/kg/day developed menstrual irregularity; however, the menstrual cycle of all cases returned to normal after the treatment was discontinued [21].