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What Is The Dosage Of Tuffacne For Acne On Face?
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Thu, 18 Sep 2014
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Question : 1 year I suffered acne nd it got over by tuffacne 20 but now I have one pimple near so Was thinking to start with tuffacne again but forgot how to take the dose as I used to have tuffacne with some specific tablet .. I guess vitamin tablet.. Plz help
Brief Answer:
Isotretinoin dosage
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Tuffacne tablet contains isotretinoin and is usually started in patients in a dose of one 20 mg capsule once a day initially and then slowly after a few weeks increased to 20 mg capsule twice a day.
It can be continued according to the clinical response on the patient .
In most cases, it is given for a maximum time of four to six months .
Dr Geetika Paul
Isotretinoin dosage
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Tuffacne tablet contains isotretinoin and is usually started in patients in a dose of one 20 mg capsule once a day initially and then slowly after a few weeks increased to 20 mg capsule twice a day.
It can be continued according to the clinical response on the patient .
In most cases, it is given for a maximum time of four to six months .
Dr Geetika Paul
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Ok but can u help me as I know d side effects so I wanted to take tuffAcne with some multi vitamins capsule or calcium as I used to take earlier.. Help me with d accurate prescription of medicine .. As in daily dose..
Brief Answer:
Kindly provide pictures
Detailed Answer:
Hi again
You can start with 20 mg capsule once a day after meals anytime . In many patients , only once a day dose is sufficient to control the pimples. You can take it for two weeks .
But it would be better if you can click some close up pictures of your face to show the extent of the problem and upload them here on this page . It will help in deciding the exact management and the expected duration of treatment .
Also it would be easier to follow up if we have the initial pictures.
Dr Geetika Paul
Kindly provide pictures
Detailed Answer:
Hi again
You can start with 20 mg capsule once a day after meals anytime . In many patients , only once a day dose is sufficient to control the pimples. You can take it for two weeks .
But it would be better if you can click some close up pictures of your face to show the extent of the problem and upload them here on this page . It will help in deciding the exact management and the expected duration of treatment .
Also it would be easier to follow up if we have the initial pictures.
Dr Geetika Paul
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Can u suggest any tablets to reduce tuffacne side effects..or any food ...m scared.. And pimple pics honestly I got one facial done and also am applying Olay cream .. So what u think does dat have any link with my pimple.. I have normal skin type..
Brief Answer:
Avoid facials , moisturisers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again
You can take the medicine immediately after meals . It does cause some degree of skin dryness but it surely helps to reduce the acne lesions.
Since you have an acne prone skin , you should avoid facials and the use of oily moisturisers.
Instead, you can go for chemical peels from a nearby dermatologist . These will help in rejuvenating skin, reducing acne scars as well as decrease acne lesions.
You can discuss this option with your treating doctor .
Dr Geetika Paul
Avoid facials , moisturisers
Detailed Answer:
Hi again
You can take the medicine immediately after meals . It does cause some degree of skin dryness but it surely helps to reduce the acne lesions.
Since you have an acne prone skin , you should avoid facials and the use of oily moisturisers.
Instead, you can go for chemical peels from a nearby dermatologist . These will help in rejuvenating skin, reducing acne scars as well as decrease acne lesions.
You can discuss this option with your treating doctor .
Dr Geetika Paul
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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