Dear Andmag…..
I had severe acne vulgaris in my mid twenties. I took accutane twice
and it got my acne under control to the point that with a topical
retin-A I was totally clear.
I am aware it stays in your system for a few months after you
discontinue taking it. But after two or latest three months it is
completely out of your system.
My question is specific to the use of accutane for sebderm (which I
now have).
To attain longterm remission of sebderm can you do the "normal" 4/5
month course of accutane - or - do you have to take a low dose for
months/years?
April 22nd, 2004 at 9:59 am
That is a tough one. I guess you’ll have to take for for quite some
time, in small doses. I only take 20 mg for one week per month, to
keep my oil production under control. I’ve just finished the first
box with 100 pills and have two more, which will last me for over a
year.