Is It Dangerous To Be On Accutane For 2 Consecutive

Posted on Sat, 3 Aug 2019

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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?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

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.

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