Oral isotretinoin is a very effective medication for treating severe acne. It is not meant for everyone, but for those suffering from scarring nodulocystic acne, or inflammatory acne that keeps coming back after rounds of oral antibiotics, it can life-changing. It is the best medication out there in our attempts to "cure acne."
Majority of individuals will experience significant improvement with one treatment course; and may continue to have minimal to mild acne years after.
It is a strong medications with side effects, and it is a commitment, requiring a monthly visit to a dermatologist for 5-6 months, or more. In the US, oral isotretinoin is prescribed under strict supervision and patients are counseled carefully before starting.
As always goal is to achieve better and healthier skin, not perfect skin! #acneawarenessmonth
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7 июн 2022
