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Is It Dangerous To Be On Accutane For 2 Consecutive

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Posted on Fri, 23 Aug 2019
Question: Is it dangerous to be on accutane for 2 consecutive courses if the first course is ineffective? of course if blood work is monitored. What is the longest one can be on it without stopping?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Regarding isotretinoin in acne

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Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have read your query and noted your concern.

It is quite normal to have a recurrence or relapse of acne and therefore many patients may need to take 2 or sometimes more courses of accutane for repeated relapses. A course of accutane can last 9 -15 months.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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Is It Dangerous To Be On Accutane For 2 Consecutive

Brief Answer: Regarding isotretinoin in acne Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have read your query and noted your concern. It is quite normal to have a recurrence or relapse of acne and therefore many patients may need to take 2 or sometimes more courses of accutane for repeated relapses. A course of accutane can last 9 -15 months. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.