Accutane- 5 tips by Dermatologists
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Accutane - 5 Tips by Dermatologists
Accutane or Roaccutane is a tablet is also known as isotretinoin and is a form of vitamin A. It has been the mainstay for the management of severe acne or scarring acne in Australia, Europe, US and Asia for the past 30 years.
Accutane works by targeting the oil glands, and reducing oil production. In lower does it can help remodel dermal collagen and reduce scar formation- including acne scars, Accutane can also reduce blackheads, whiteheads, zits, cysts and pimples.
Should I go on Accutane for my acne?
Roaccutane should only be used if your acne is severe, cystic or scarring. An off label indication of Roaccutane is if your acne does not respond to normal acne medications. An assessment and discussion with a Dermatologist is needed to ascertain if you are suitable for this medication, as there are numerous side-effects associated with this drug.
Accutane has a 99% success rate for the treatment of acne. An average person will need a course lasting between 7-10 months. Improvement is seen within a few weeks of starting this medication. In severe cases of acne, an early and transient ‘flare up’ maybe seen, however your Specialist will undertake steps to minimise this side-effect.
What side effects can I expect on Accutane?
The most common side effect is dryness of the lips and skin. Universally seen common and very easy to manage. Moisturise frequently and you will sail thru the course of treatment. Use a lip balm at least 3-5 times per day, and moisturise your skin at least twice a day.
Some patients may get dry eyes on Roaccutane/ Accutane and using eye drops may help, especially if you wear contact lenses.
Your Dermatologist will also order special blood tests throughout your treatment course, making sure your Liver and Cholesterol levels are in check. Female patients are warned in regards to the serious consequences in regards to birth defects whilst on Accutane. Other side effects that are less common including-
Flare up of acne (usually early in the course of treatment)
Headaches
Abnormal period cycles
Muscle aches and pains
Ingrown toe and finger nails
Abdominal symptoms
Mood changes and depression
How long is a course of Roaccutane treatment?
The course of Roaccutane/ Oratane is variable and will depend on many factors including the type of acne, your body weight, the location of your acne and the side effects you may experience on this tablet. As a guide-
Average length of treatment 6-9 months
Severe acne involving bacne acne, trunkal acne 10-12 months
Low dose Roaccutane / Oratane program 14-20 months
Your Dermatologist will decide as to what is the optimal course of Roaccutane/ Accutane treatment based upon your acne type and your lifestyle.
Will a course of Accutane treat my acne scars?
That is a difficult question to answer, as results are variable. Accutane is not designed as a treatment for acne scars, but a treatment to treat and cure acne. Treating active acne forms the foundation for acne scar treatment.
In regards to Accutane and acne scars the following facts apply-
Some patients can receive mild improvement of acne scars on this drug. Low dose Accutane has been shown to remodel scars and increase collagen production.
Roaccutane/ Accutane patients are not candidates for laser scar revision during the course of Roaccutane, and a wash out period of 3-6 months will be needed.
We now have a method of treating acne patients on Roaccutane with a non- laser method of scar revision called RF or RadioFrequency. This treatment has proven to be safe and effective in the majority of patients, however careful monitoring is needed. This forms the basis of the Acne Free RF Program, which was designed by Dr Davin Lim.
What skin care should I use whilst on Accutane/ Roaccutane Treatment?
Looking after your skin whist on Roaccutane/ Oratane/ Accutane is vitally important and can markedly reduce the side effects of this medication. Keep your acne skin care regime simple, and moisturise frequently!
Clean your skin twice a day with a low irritant cleanser- I recommend Cetaphil, QV Wash or Neutrogena Gentle wash.
Moisturise your skin twice a day- I recommend Cetaphil moisturiser.
Moisturise your lips 4-6 times a day, most importantly just before bedtime as this will reduce severity of ‘dry lips on roaccutane’.
Using a high factor SPF sunscreen twice a day can reduce the incidence of sunburn on this medication. I recommend La Roche Posay.
Thanks for watching this short video on Accutane, and remember to stay safe.
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People be like “Just wash your face, duh” what do yall think we people with acne do? Wash our face with dirt?
Most of acne problem is due to hormone/genetic...some ppl are just lucky.. they dont even wash their face use facial cleanser but still have flawless skin.
@@farhandahalan4336 ye I literally use like a million products every day
And my skin is still really bad
@@elitegammer1730 imo..the most effective way to get rid of acne is by consulting dermatologist..no facial cream can solve your hormone problem unless you take antibiotic or accutane which is u cant get it from any pharmacy..
@@farhandahalan4336 ye I'm goin to a dermatologist tommorow
I was put directly on 40g. It's been about 2 and a half months and my friends are already complimenting face. It gets better!!
Cool... some people can tolerate a very high dose straight away.. thats what we had to do in the NHS.
Dr Davin Lim
Didn’t u experience the purge?
Dr Davin Lim very late response, hopefully you will see this, but mu doctor put me on 80mg off the bat. You said you typically put your patients on 10mg to start. I am already getting the side effects pretty hard 2 weeks in, do you think this is too harsh of a start and dosage? I dont want the severe side effects some people have like split lips
@BALL IS LIFE about 150, i am 5'11" ish and 17
I started off with 50mgs a day, and I dont think it’s gonna be a higher dose later on (I’m 173cm btw). But im now on week three and over all I dont have any bad side effects at all! Little bit dry lips but definitely not all that bad.. does that mean my dose is too low or..?
I was on accutane 20 years ago. I had cystic acne on my face and back. I work as a hairdresser and my self esteem was so low, from customers asking me if I was contagious, and refusing to let me do their hair. I would cry every night. This drug saved my life. It was life changing. My dermatologist, was honest and told me I will always be prone to acne ,even after using this drug, but, it will never come back to to same severity i had. He was right. 20 years later I do have breakouts, but nothing out of control. I never had any negative side effects other than dry lips, and, I made the mistake of waxing my eyebrows. ( don't do this) I was fine in the sun . I would take this drug again in a heartbeat.
glad to hear these kind of comments gives people who suffer from acne big hope
I was a non believer of this product. Once I was getting acne conditions, I decided to give this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* a try. It worked for me. Within 1 week, I can notice the results. I now have a better and clearer face.
Can I thread my eyebrows tho?
@@debracook983 I also tried *AcneCureOnline. Com* and i get great results. i do recommend this website to all who wants to get rid of acne and scars...
I got rid of my hsv2 within just 11 days . I'm so excited that I finally got cured completely from my long term genital herpes . Herpes has a total complete cured , kindly contact my doctor via doctorojie1@yahoo.com 100 % cure warranted
HOLY CRAP... got 5 dislikes in 3 days for trying to help Accutane patients out there... man ... am I doing something wrong? Maybe being too helpful? No offence taken....dont think I insulted anyone in this video. Oh.... maybe said something about other dermatologist who don't give tips...
Dr Davin Lim
Laser and aesthetic dermatologist
Brisbane Australia.
+Lasers and Lifts by Dr Davin Lim Dr Lim Haters always going to hate! Your videos are always very informative! You are offering your professional knowledge to us for free!!
Thanks for all your good work!
- Support from the U.S.!
+Austin K LOL... probably. Yeah, trying to clean up the Cosmetic Laser industry as there is so much crap out there, everyone pushing lasers etc.. so my job is to just review things and tell it like it is. Thanks for your support. Dr Davin Lim
+The Real Deal Point taken. Next video will be a few hits on DIY treatments that can safely be performed at home for milia and tiny cysts ... once again totally safe, and saves a visit to the dermatologist.
Thanks for all the support in the US, Internationally and back home in Australia.
Dr Davin Lim
Laser and aesthetics
Brisbane, Australia.
+Lasers and Lifts by Dr Davin Lim Dr Lim, there are people who are psychopaths, haters, losers, etc. They will troll through TH-cam leaving a trail of negativity like the exhaust fumes of an airplane. These people are the dregs you should filter out. They absolutely do not count. Drink the coffee and toss out the grounds. Besides, if you were liked by everyone, it means you are a politician, not a doctor!
I've come to the conclusion, that I am going to say what I want to say, and too bad for those who don't like it. You will never please everyone, so why are you worried. The fact is... you are a handsome, intelligent, enthusiastic, ambitious, curious, learned, enlightened, liberal, likable human being. What a gift to us all! Keep on doing what you are doing, we love it!!! I just subscribed to your channel.
Every TH-camr gets the haters. I dig your channel and have learned a lot! Keep up the great work.
For the first time in years I’ve gotten out of bed, looked in the mirror, and had a face free of zits-okay, I have one small little pimple. It feels SO good and freeing. I also normally have super oily skin (oily two hours after washing it or sooner), which meant I was constantly uncomfortable. Now I can go to the movies with my friends and not feel gross halfway through. For the first time in so long I can finally enjoy myself. The side effects have been manageable and absolutely worth it.
My skin gets oily fast too how long did it take for your skin to dry while on the medication?
Anonymous User about ten days. Be sure to take your medication with fat
I get it, it's so frustrating to feel those bumps in your face. Can't wait to see the results of my treatment, I'm only one month on it:(
𓊈 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 𓊉 what do you mean with fat? Like any sort of food before taking your tablet?
Anonymous User a fatty meal, preferably. Some high fat foods include peanut butter, nuts, olive oil, and eggs
1, Start with low dose for 6 months
2, Mandatory Lip balm for 3 times a day
3, Avoid accutane on sunny beach dayout
4, Wear spf50 sunscreen lotion entire sun exposed area
5, Lifestyle modification
Thanks Dr. Davin - from India
I have used only 10 tablets ND it worsen my face too much.very bid pimples appear on my face what should I do now? May I stop it or not?
ansa ali you will have an initial breakout so it could be that
Hi fellow indian. My doc has given me 30mg of isotretinoin today and i am so scared to start. Please tell me about your experience.
@@ansaali2506 some studies shown there might be an breakout in the beginning of drug course but it will go away on a run.
@@dreamyowl9248 Hi, I'm also in 30mg I could have corner lip cracks, hair fall and gastro discomfort. It's manageable.
I'm so nervous yet excited to go on this!!
I feel the exact same way. Bid my second day. Today. V 😁😬😬
You hear only about the extremely bad stories on the internet... You don´t hear about the millions if not hundreds of millions of patients it has cured acne for.. If it was that dangerous it wouldn´t get released to the public at all.. It is just like antibiotics or other medication, because there is risk with all medication but the risk is very very minimal.. We are talking 0.1-0.5% risk to get something that cant be fixed again.
how did it turn out?
Capreeca I'm on my 9th month and it's clearing super well! I'm so happy haha! Can't wait to get off it though
Jessy Leonard Damn nine months! I really don't wanna go past the five min :(
Definitely live, breathe and chug water 24/7. I was so dehydrated I was blacking out and so fatigued. I thought I was dying! BUT I found out it was dehydration AND I was doing it to myself. DRINK TONS OF WATER!!
You're gorgeous
What's creepy is dat happend to me literally 4 days ago
You have the same name as my mom haha, thought she was commenting
@@gloriakennedy201 O wow.😂
I got rid of my hsv2 within just 11 days . I'm so excited that I finally got cured completely from my long term genital herpes . Herpes has a total complete cured , kindly contact my doctor via doctorojie1@yahoo.com 100 % cure warranted
I’m on my second month I feel GREAT My skin is so clear😭😭
I just started, did your acne get worse in the first month and did you cut it out sugar ?
Orion hi! I know you didn’t ask me but I’m about to finish my first month in a couple of days & I did breakout the first 2-3 weeks but it’s calmed down now! It may be because I’m only on 30 mg a day or I don’t know maybe I just got lucky but I didn’t break out as badly as I thought. Also, I haven’t experienced any face dryness, just dry lips, & I get a bit more tired than usual. But I’ve already noticed a HUGEEE difference, especially with scarring as well!!
@@thespiritualrealtor is this available in india??
@@roligrg7025 ya available iam an indian kerala dude!
Me too! I got a breakout 2 -3 weeks after taking accutane. Now my skin feels much better
So graceful, finally a video that don't scare you about wanting to use this medicine
seriously!
Hey they, got some help from my colleagues to help all you guys on Accutane. This drug has a bad wrap with lots of potential side effects. Some Dermatologist don't really give much info. to patient. So, here we are giving you our top tips for patients on Accutane. Your dermatologist will also have their favourite tips- so follow them! Stay safe, catch you next week.
Dr Davin Lim
Are you on Instagram......
Why were you using footage of Mamaichula8153 at the beginning of this video? She didn't start out taking 10mgs and I don't think you were her dermatologist... So showing her progress seems almost dishonest.
Yea I agree. Mami chula was on 80 mg a day I'm pretty sure! She went super intense right off the bat, I followed her before I went on accutane myself.
Lasers and Lifts by Dr Davin Lim hey doc I got a question for you I hope you will be honest with me, how often does this drug cause Crohn's disease? I am 50/50 on trying the drug because I am scared to develop this disease but my other acne treatments over time have not helped me.
Lasers and Lifts by Dr Davin Lim hi I've been wanting to go on accutane for the last 2 years been suffering from acne for last 20 years I am now 34. Got an appointment booked soon with a dermotologist. Am so nervous and worried what if he doesn't prescribe me with the accutane. I've tried antibiotics and heaps of topical stuff and detox. My skin ain't got loads of acne but it's petsistant get large nodules and loads scarring pigmentation and dark spots I can't take it anymore stressing me out. How would I convince the dermotologist if he doesn't prescribe
SO glad I have found your channel!!! My 13 yo son is struggling with severe acne and has for probably 1-2 years. I had to switch his normal pcp,of 13 years, to get a referral to a derm. She was shocked that it had taken so long. Said he already has scarring and gave us the choice of an antibiotic and topical,or Accutane.I have heard horror stories of the Accutane so we chose the other but a month in and no significant change. so next check up I may switch him. I will most certainly be showing him your videos, and this one in paticular. So he will see how important the SPF is!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us all. You are enjoyable to watch!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed. Cheers, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.
Update?
Excellent video! Watching this has, for the first time, put my mind at ease about starting isotretinoin and you've mentioned all the things that my derm "forgot" to tell me about the drug. And you put it into context about lifestyle, as I'm worried about muscle pains as I work out 3-4 times a week and all my derm mentioned was "don't drink protein shakes" -_- great video!!
Thanks. Davin Lim
i salute and take a bow to you, doc because u don't afraid give this a lots information of this drugs to us....thanks doc.
+Yosnita Fransiska Thanks for that, yes, always need to help patients though their treatments, we don't like prescribing tablets if we don't need to.. but some patients have scarring acne. Dr Davin Lim
Starting accutane soon and really appreciate these tips, would love to see more!!
No problems. Glad to help. Davin Lim
I see this is from year ago and I'm starting my treatment next week.Can you reccomend me what to do/avoid doing from your personal experience?
Plz tell me what is Accutane?
Hiho
Alexandra Royal how’d it go
When he said Go for some drink, i hit subscribe right away. You're a life saver
Well done video, thanks guy
No problems. D
Brett Maverick Didnt expect you here
woah u were here
4 years ago tho...
but you were here!
@@TuanTran-ky4flwoah you were here
3 years ago!!
Thanks to Accutane, I've gotten the results that I want! The dermatologist told me that I should take 20mg for 13 months. Dryness? No, I didn't suffer dryness, because water is life HAHAHA I drink almost 3L of water everyday.
Ur skin clear?
@@fahadlamisa8719 hi! The accutane helps me clear my skin from acne. The downside of this is you self medicate, you can suffer from liver damage. So always consult your doctor.
@@danieltam8978 ok dear... Allah blessing you ameen
I wish i knew more doctors like him 😭 so friendly & nonjudgmental & helpful, u dont see a lot of that here in toronto which makes seeking healthcare extremely hard & depressing
I started Accutane 7 days ago & came across this video. Was worried that my derm took me to down to 10mg from 20mg after crazy headaches. .. but your video has me feeling much better. Thank you
Now ur skin clear????
@@fahadlamisa8719 yes darling 🤗 after 6 months of treatment ♥️
@@sheilamacharia9715 wow i am happy for you darling 🌸🌸🌸 pray for me 😥
@@fahadlamisa8719 🤗 how far are you sweetie? Have you just started your treatment?
@@fahadlamisa8719 how's the result?
Starting accutane on a low mg dose is smart because it prevents your hairline from thinning as much.
My hairline didnt thin at all on accutane
Thank you so much for your advice. I've recently started this course of medicine and I was worried that my dermatologist was out to make money( have had bad experiences before) but you've explained the dosage quite well. Thank you.
Extremely helpful to know I can pause a day or two before expected sun exposure.
My son is on 40mg a day (day 16), and the derm might go to 80mg next month. I’m not sure he should go that route so soon, because his acne is moderate. My advice is to research and don’t be afraid to ask your doctor questions! I’m a patient advocate and tell all my clients to be personally involved in their healthcare.
I also take accutane but my doctor told me to take 20 mg a day . But my routine is different like one day gap every time i take it . Not every single day.
@@malihafatema5498u must have cleared up by now right!??
If u had post acne, how did u cured it?
This was informative and adorable thank you guys! ❤️
Just started accutane on 30mg/day 2 days ago for cystic acne and hidradenitis suppurativa, after literally a decade of trying every antibiotic under the sun I am hopeful I might get somewhere this time! Thanks for the tips!
How’s it going now? I also have hs
@@bocastyle It does help with the HS but hasn't made it go away entirely (for ref I have stage 2 HS with my main problem area being my armpits) I had a couple of times where I ran out of accutane pills cause of covid and needing to do pregnancy test to get my next prescription and I did notice that I would start getting more lumps fairly quickly even though the medication lasts in your system for a month, so im not sure how lasting the effects will be on my HS once I have finished the full course. It does seem to have really helped with the lumps I was getting on my face (which according to the derm was cystic acne not hs) and has helped with scarring that I had too so I am hoping that lasts after im done. I can update again once im done with it all if its helpful? I know finding info about HS is hard! (Also sorry if this was way too much info but like I said, HS info is hard to come by)
Thank you, Doctor Lim! I am on my first week on accutane, actually it's been only couple of years since this pill is approved for use in my country. Now I am 40 yo, and I am suffering from acute acne since my youth. My dermatologist was a bit reluctant to give me the pill as here doctors do not have much experience using this medication, all thinking it is too dangerous... And finaly it was my ginecologist who geve me the prescription, as she knows me for ages and understands the dept of the damage acne is causing to my life. I started on 20 mg, and after my first full blood test at the end of the month normally will switch to 40mg. I am still not sure if that will solve my acne problem, as by now I have tried almost everything - expensive topical solutions of all kinds, cosmetic and laser procedures, antibiotic treatments... But it was motivating to watch your video. Thank you!
bleuetoile did it work? Curious to your results.
Please tell the result
It's been a year of completing roaccutane for me. I had the basic side affects. bt it was the best decision for my skin. also, my dosage changed over my 8 month treatment and works wonders. I still do get the occasional zits but nothing to complain about. speak to your dermatologist frequently, it's worth it
Yes, it does work wonder for some, and side effects for others, thats why I stopped prescribing medication years ago and only concentrate on scar revision. Sorry to hear. Dr Davin Lim, Brisbane. Australia.
Sai Singh how is your skin/health doing now?
Thanks Doc. Your video is informative and accurate. I have been on Isotretinoin 6 weeks. So far, my skin looks clear and all tiny zits are gone. Last week I had a sip of beer which was not so good. it actually made me tipsy very faster than my normal pace. I rather not drink at all from now on.
Yes, some people do get drunk easier on roaccutane. Its not in the product information, but it can affect your liver if you drink way too much.
all the best
Dr Davin Lim
Brisbane, Australia.
Please reply can I clear acne spots
I had very mild acne (a few cysts that I was usually treating them with benzoyl peroxide) and extremely oily skin. I had this problem for over 12 years (I am 26 now) and it was getting worse from year to year. I finally decided to try Accutane. I don't have polycystic ovaries or hormonal problems, just big sebaceous glands on my face (like my mother and grandmother). I took Accutane for almost 3 months and I am super happy with the results. I was from the beginning on a higher dose (40mg and I have about 60 kilograms). The cysts were gone from the first month and I didn't get any breakouts in the last 1 month and a half. Should I stop here or should I continue for the full 6 months ?
evelina dumitrescu keep going and finish the complete process. I have been in the same situation as you. dermatologist recommended to go with the full treatment so ask him/her. I have also suffered with severe acne including painful cysts in different areas and Accutane has been good to me.
hey, how is your journey been? is your skin still clear to this day? pls let me know
Hii bro
Wow. Loved this video. I need to go on it and I'm definitely nervous. I really appreciate the tips that were mentioned.
Great video!!! Thanks soo much, I can’t wait to begin.
Paul Teng is my dermatologist he recommended it. I was excited about the results but after doing some research I’m scared to start on it.
"accutane is a marathon" I needed those words, I'm currenty on accutane and I'm getting frustrated because I haven't seen the results I want, but it's a slow process is not magic, Thank you for the tips doctor. Ps. Sorry for my english I'm from México 🤭
One month after result milega it's magical
You have to go through the worst before it gets better on my 3rd month i start seeing the result, i finished my 8 month fixed 20mg a day and so far so good i've never been this confident in my life before i got rid of my cystic acne. Thanks god
Update: i've been on accutane for 5 months and I am LOVING the results, once again, Accutane is a marathon
@@Mariaruiz-qc4uh hows your face almost a year later?
@@Mariaruiz-qc4uh heyy could u give us an update again
I took it almost 20 years ago. I stopped early as the joint pain and muscle pain got in the way of sport - and the hair falling out. Luckily it did it's job and not a pimple since. Not that mine was bad - it was just "recalcitrant" and would not go away. The thing they worked out AFTER I had gone through it was the propensity to cause depression. When I found that out years later it made that whole time period in my life make so much more sense. It was so weird feeling upset - but not being upset. It didn't make sense and I knew I wasn't upset - but I was.... I wish they'd have known of that link sooner - like before I took it. The blood tests for liver function every 2 weeks were fun too. Gave me confidence to keep on the piss... I was at uni afterall!
Hi Dr. Davin, im currently on low dosage accutane of 10mg tablets 3 times per week. I have seen your video which says that it is fine to go for a laser resurfacing while on accutane without delayed laser treatment. May i know which research have shown this result? Thanks!
I hope this helps someone....I thought I would have to try Accutane but I realized that it was several things, including.... my BB Cream, no kidding, and a GF of mine was using a BB Cream too that was giving her terrible horrible acne until I told her to throw it away and it cleared up. However, it can be metabolic, certain oils my body can't metabolize, such as Olive oil or any fried foods will give me a small pimple usually, but Olive oil will give me really deep, and really terrible cystic acne, also cheap chocolate, because it has wax, and cashews, as well as certain skin products, gave me acne. Testing out foods and oils to see which gave me acne, changing my skincare products and my diet plus being extra hygienic with my pillow covers, and learning seriously to never ever evverrrr touch my face, and take regular pro-biotics cleared it all up forever for me.
I want to go on Accutane , I’ve had acne for 7 years :( my skin clear up for 4 months after series of chemical peels but now it’s back on my chin .
I just started accutane a few weeks ago. I'm really excited!
Stay safe. DL
Taking isotretinoin 7 days now. Then a couple of cystic acne appears. Starting to be depress and losing hope about this bloody acne. But your words doc lifted me up. Staying patient. Hoping for good results.
maybe you started with a high dose for your body to handle the acne does go away mine was gone after 3 months if you are experiencing flare ups tell your doctor he may give u other meds to take along with accutane to decrease the severy of the flare up
The person in the first clip used 80 mg very quickly because of how desperate she was which is how her skin cleared up so quickly.
im currently on 20mg and i have been for almost a month and i will be switching to 40mg soon
How a u now
Yeah how r u now
How is your mental state? Accutane has affected my mental health pretty badly.
I got rid of my hsv2 within just 11 days . I'm so excited that I finally got cured completely from my long term genital herpes . Herpes has a total complete cured , kindly contact my doctor via doctorojie1@yahoo.com 100 % cure warranted
Im on accutane for 17 days now and my acne in the forehead got worse and worse but thank you for encouraging to be patient! I am looking
Forward for the better results of accutane and and my dermatologists told me it will get better 100%!!
HEY could u give us an updatee please
Thank u so much dr for making this video. This video really help me!
I have just started my 3rd month on Roaccutane and have been uped to 60mg by my dermatologist. The acne has gotten less reddish and inflamed and some pimples have almost disappeared but still a long way to go…
i started a month ago taking 40mg a day. i experienced many side effects during the first 2 weeks from really bad dizziness, weird unclear vision and of course the dryness. My derm told me the dizziness was probably caused by my eyes getting dry so i applied refresh tears and i think they worked because i don't get any bad dizziness as before. also i am currently in my initial breakout... it's sooo bad. only reason why i haven't killed myself (hyperbole) is because i am hanging on to hope of the outcome :( but honestly iv'e never seen myself break out so bad. I just started 60mg 2 days ago. TIME PLEASE GO BY FAST!!
Hey bosshoss14, I'm on day 18 and I just had my first big purge, let's just say I was an emotional wreck this morning. How long did the breakout take to clear and have you had another one since? You're ahead of me so I'm thinking I'll get another purge?? All the best on your journey!
+Allen Dnk hey. yes I just started month 4 and the results are AMAZIIING. I honestly had no hope for my skin. I thought this was just going to be another useless medication.. wow was I wrong. my skin is completely acne free. the only thing I have is blemishes or hyperpigmentation which will go away in a few months but I haven't broke out in about 1 month!! I do have to say tho, it's been very tough. I feel like a vampire because every time I step outside my skin burns like crazy. so use a lot of sunscreen. you will see very good results. trust me. just be patient. good luck! :D
+Allen Dnk oh and btw my initial breakout lasted about a month and half. so don't worry if you feel like it's not working. it's a slow medication but very effective
can u tell me for how many months we use this ???
@@aqibkhalid1447 The usual is 6 months
I suffer from back acne and it started from behind the neck at around 16 years old. I’ve been bodybuilding since I was 15 years olds, I won’t lie I’m a sucker for ice cream , when i eat bad I can notice my acne is getting worst. Now I’m 23. First month on accutane 40mg , I cleaned my diets, dry lips, dry face, but that’s all. I can notice my skin is getting better . Now I’m currently on month 2 at 80mg. So far so good. I feel that my skin is getting thinner. It feel weird but I like the sensation :) . I take my accutane with food like avocado, oatmeal with Virgin coconut oil. I’ve heard that it react better with fats... my face is pretty much acne free but dryer. I can’t wait for my back to clear up! This treatment is long but worth it at the end! I don’t drink alcohol. Apple ciders vinegar with cranberry juice in the morning to detoxify the liver is a must. Thank you for your tips Dr Lim.
Thank you to the tips really helpful I’m about to get on accutane and I’m so exited. I can wait to have my skin face clear ❣️
This was a short but informative guide. I would recommend this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friends starting out on their journeys to clear skin, getting rid of acne. Greatly liked this and loved the understanding into how my inside troubles can affect my skin.?
I just started my second month. My doctor started me on 40mg right off the bat. I had SOME dryness on my scalp which I honestly didn’t even notice until I was just playing with my hair. My lips are pretty dry but with aquafor chapstick and water it’s manageable. My body is not dry at all. Purged a little the first 3 weeks but it wasn’t THAT bad. It honestly has been a breeze so far. I also changed my diet a bit which seemed to help.
Kristen Stites did you had noise bleed ?
FilOfficial not nose bleeds but I have noticed in the last week or two my nose(on the inside) has been super dry and scabbing
Kristen Stites oh ok, i started accutane 1 monts ago and already got 4 nose bleed.. I just start put Vaseline in my noise and I’m feel better ! Hopefully we make it each other :)
Quick question Doctors! I just finished my 5-month 40mg Accutane. Can I undergo Fraxel Laser Treatment now or wait for how many months?
Thank you :)
Depends on the recovery of your skin. The guideline is 6 months, but your Dermatologist may elect a shorter time line based upon your recovery and the density of Fraxel.
All the best
Dr Davin Lim
Love the info and keep making people BEAUTIFUL
+Kim cook Will do... thanks for watching'
cheers
Davin
I have seen this video today Dr Lim....and one of the best information I have found today....thank you ❤️
I just finished my accutane about a month ago. Is it okay to use The Ordinary's AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution and Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%?
i wouldn’t do this until after you’re done. i also use those and my dermatologist said don’t bc i can make my scars worse
i need to know too!
Hey doc, my genetics are pretty wrinkle proof because we don't have dry skin in our family and the skin is thick and takes Sun very well (quarter Egyptian ) but now I have to take Accutane , will that cause less resistance to wrinkling later in life ? Because I heard it makes the skin dry and Sun sensitive :( is that persistent after treatment? Also I have a brown freckle in the white of the eye, can Accutane cause more of those?
Hoping for a reply ! Thank you for all your videos.
sarah someone i know this comment is from a year ago, but i wondered if you started taking accutane and how it effected ur skin, i hope u see this
This was a quick and useful read. I`m promoting this acne guide *AcneCureOnline. Com* to my friend who`ll begin their acne treatments to accomplish a clearer skin. Very much liked this and appreciated the awareness into how my inside troubles can affect my skin. .
@@merelvangarling6854 im sorry i only saw this now! Yes i took it for 7 months, 30 mg. I gotta say my skin is still pretty much perfect now! I am a bit light sensitive since taking it, with my eyes. But other than that i am happy i took it!
@@merelvangarling6854 if you're interested maybe we can talk on Instagram and i can send u my before and after
Hey sarah i am on my accutane since 4 days can u please show me your before and after
hello doc did xeractan 20mg works....i started using this for almost 17days ago....i will ask if ok to use a dr.alvin rejuvinating bleaching it looks likes toner whilein accutane.can i ask if there is a xeractan 40mg.tnx doc
Hello, Dr David Lim. Thank you flor making this videos. I had a round of accutane for 8 months on 40mg. I finished my treatment and broke out the next day.. litterally. I have a skincare routine but I wonder if i need another round?. :)
I got a bunch of little red itchy bumps on my skin after a few weeks. Also I noticed having a bunch of blackheads on my nose that I can’t get rid of. Never had them before
I go to the beach pretty much every day. What do I do if I go on accutane? Do I just wear a lot of sunscreen, or maybe a hat?
Why is this video so weirdly wholesome
Hi Davin, can you please do a video on top products (eg face and body washes, moisturisers, etc.) to use whilst on isotretinoin?
Another tip no 6.
Some patients experience blurred vision .so ophthalamic work up.
wait what o.o I did notice my vision getting worse
Hi, optometric technician here!
Accurate causes dryness which can occur with the eyes as well. If you wear contacts you may notice irritation and uncomfortable fit due to the dryness and you may want to visit your optometrist. Otherwise, OTC artificial tears such as refresh gel, refresh mega 3, systane complete are good options to use as needed. If you have contacts you can use saline solution or an artificial tear that’s preservative free, such as refresh for contacts. Eating leafy greens and fish/omega 3 foods/supplements can help quell the dryness.
The blurred vision is a side effect of dryness
Accutane won’t dry out my spots. Does that mean the dose isn’t strong enough
bella K they will put you on a higher dosage throughout the months
I wish I knew and watched this video before I started eating my accutane!!
I’m going to a dermatologist in a week and begging for this treatment. Should’ve done this years ago
My God as a ginger I'll just have to stay out of the sun!
Thank you so much for this video
No problems, stay safe. Davin Lim.
I just started taking it this month and I’m shocked to see my hair falling this much i think it’s because of my diet too, although the dr mentioned to me hair loss. Any helpful tips about this too dr ? Thank you so much❤️
Great tips Dr. Lim 👍🏻
Accutane was recommended to me, but I declined. Sadly, I already have extremely dry flaky skin and I think Accutane would be unbearable. Thank you for offering tips though.
No problems. I personally don't prescribe Accutane, as I am a procedural dermatologist. My days of treating acne are long gone, but my colleagues help carry the fight. No one likes prescribing this drug.. its the one of last choice. Any good dermatologist would want your acne to go away with NO medication.. but if all else fails...
@@drdavinlim are you saying the drug is dangerous?
My case is strictly genetic it sucks! People tell me not to have dairy or sugar, and I tell them I've been on a NO processed food, NO dairy, NO added sugar, and NO carb diet for the last 3 years and im still breaking out like nuts. I've thought about doing accutane and honestly some of the side effects people have been having, short term and long term have been scaring me off from taking it. I already suffer from Lupus disease so im just worried my arthritis will get worse than it already is. Or gain a whole new array of problems.
Thank you very much. This information are very helpful!
I have also question for you. I went on Axotret (that how is called Accutane in my country) 1,5 month ago. My side effects are a little bit dry skin, lips and eyes when I wake up, or when I need to work on my computers at nights. Since one week I noticed that my joints started to cracking a little bit more but it is not painful.
I weight something about 70kg, my daily dose is 40mg since beginning. Isn't it to much? I really want to come back to working out at the gym after this treatment but I am concerned about the impact of this drug on joints.
It's my first day of accutane and m juts binge watching these kind of videos
Me too🙌
Me too! Im so so scared
Thank you for this video! I'm on isotretinoin for the second time and this came in handy :)
Thanks for watching. Davin Lim
3 months after I stopped taking Accutane (took 5 months of 40 mg a day), I did a keratin treatment cause my hair was porous and super dry, right after it started falling crazily, I think I've lost half of it in about 2 months. It didn't recover completely now, 4 months later, but it got better. The issue is now my acne is coming back and it's super depressing. Wouldn't mind taking a second course of Accutane but I'm really afraid I'm gonna get bald. Bald and full of pimples doesn't sound too good... what should I do?
Follow advice of your dermatologist... every dermatologist will approach acne in a slightly different way. All the best, Dr Davin Lim
Hi sweetheart. Ask your dermatologist to take a lower dose for a longer time. That’s the safest wat ❤
I've had acne for over 35 years and am starting accutane this week. Thanks for this video, I'm trying to absorb all the tips I can. I'm so glad I found something from some professionals.
Hows ur skin now after 3 months?
@@drewharper1142 hey there. It's finally turned a corner. There are still regular breakouts but no where near what I was having or painful like before. My whole back was covered too and now, besides very few spots, my skin actually feels nice there too. I'm feeling quite positive about it all now. Thank you for asking 😉
@@staceywilliams8558 no problem, glad accutane has helped you. I started last week
@@drewharper1142 Oh great, hopefully any side effects you get are mild, mine so far have just been dry lips and dry eyes, which seem to come and go. All the best with it ;-)
Hey Dr Davin, I have an oily skin but my overall face acne is in pretty good shape. However, there is a sebaceous cysts that always return on my face cheek, even after I cut one out in surgery. My dermatologist said that I can't prevent future development of cysts because of my skin type. Do you think that Accutane is the answer for this??
i’m on 10mg and taking every second day so starting off really slow and it’s frustrating sometimes and i’m in the big breakout period of accutane but it’s worth it
how are you now?
Is drying out my face around the area of the acne a good idea rather than keeping it constantly moisturized?
Moisturiser.
Dr Davin Lim
Brisbane. Australia.
use ceataphil mosituriser
Kamal Lalchandani I also noticed when im using cetaphil mosturizer my pimples takes time to heal and look fresh, and if i dont use mosturizer my pimples starting to peel and dry. Sometimes im thinking if the mosturizer make my pimples worst.😕
@John Daryl Simene Das true, cetaphil says it's for all skin types. & tbh, it's bs. It should be recommended 4 ppl with normal to dry skin. Def not for oily, unless sum1 wanna look roasted.🤷🏽♀️
@@choysam2400 Look up the side effects of Cetaphil, there's actually plenty of side effects in using & matter of fact it does makes your acne worse. I recommend u use cerave. Trust me, u won't regret it 1 bit.
I was on Accutane for 5.5 months at a pretty high dose for my weight. Had angular chillitus and looked like the joker. End of treatment my skin was glowing. Unfortunately, it came back and it’s been a cycle of differin, retin-a, skin looks good another breakout antibiotics spiranolactone etc. I’m starting another round of Accutane soon.
Hello Dr davin thank you so much for all the knowledge. Actually i have just one question i m taking fish oil capsules also is it okay with it ?
yea I'm pretty sure fish oil capsules are more than okay bc they help w the inflammation too i think. How is your progress?
I took my 30th pill (40mg) today. Also got my blood work report!
Within a month, my Triglycerides went from 60 to 100mg/dL.
LDL- from 90 to 110 mg/dL.
HA1C- from 5.2 to 5.4%
Total cholesterol is 165 which is normal. And everything else in the blood report is ideal too!
I have a healthy lifestyle. Eat pretty clean, a lot of good fats, moderate protein, low carbs and no sugar at all. exercise 2-3 times a week.
Accutane certainly did raise those levels I mentioned above.
4 more months to go and it'll be alright!
Good luck everyone! 😊💪
any update? :)
Any impact to eye sight?
I started at 40 and stayed there. I'm on my 6th month
How is your skin now ? . My dr. Said i will do same as u .. please inform me ^^
Im currently on Roaccutane and i was getting so frustrated cause my dermatologist put me on 10mg but slow and steady as you say... plus the struggle of keeping a good diet im doing my best though. Thank you for this video i feel good and cant wait for my acne to go away
hey man any tips? just took my first pill
I'm starting with 10 mg too
I have started 3 days ago my isotretinoin journey, thank you for tips and wish me luck :)
Update?
Hey how its goin m
How is it
Is it possible to prevent or avoid the initial breakout during your intake of the medication? Thanks.
Pongpong Nongnong Going through mine right now. How long did yours last?
try taking 10 mg 2 or 3 times a week for a month n see how that goes
it’s not rlly possible, it’s part of the process
It's been 15 days of taking isotretinoin 10g tablets... My acne purged severely for the first 12 days., but my skin is still improving
Yashwant Rathore how is it now?
I am also taking isotrionin from last 20 days now my skin really better
@@xeey-3073After about 15 days.there were only 2-3 active zits and others were healing..
But after about 18 days 1-2 zits started appearing almost everyday. This continued for almost 30 days. My doctor changed my medicine ( a tablet which accelerates healing and a topical antibiotic) .. It's abt 20 days taking the new medicine very less improvement
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@@tanishqrathore7285 how is your condition going? I am on my second month of 20mg daily treatment. My face is breaking out more severely than my pre accutane period.....
When I was young the doctor gave me physohex ( sorry about the spelling )to wash my face. I had really oily skin when I hit puberty. Not many pimples ( one blackhead was one too many per my father ) but oil enough it was messy. Thanks. Today I'm 65 and get the one or two pimples but I'm blessed with oily skin.
+See Canon Roaccutane 2 times a week will fix that ... see a dermatologist, and it will work.
Dr Davin Lim
Great video - Florida, USA.
Hi Dr Lim, massive fan. After years of dealing with acne, I am finally considering going on accutane. However my father took accutane when he was younger and has experienced some permanent symptoms that has meant his skin doesn’t self-moisturise at all and the skin on his face has been left looking flushed constantly. I am slightly worried that this reaction could be genetic and that it might be a bad idea for me to follow suit...what do you think?
I was put on a very low dose 10mg/daily cuz my dermatologist intends to treat my acne without me suffering any side effects at all and she said I will be on it for quite some time.. I have mild/moderate acne that didn’t respond to other treatments, so I truly hope this will help me.. Thank you for these wonderful tips Dr ❤️ I think your was the most helpful one!
Hey!! How are u now? How’s your skin condition?
HEY CAN U GIVE US AN UPDATEE
Thanks for the great video! I'm about to start accutane and I'm so nervous
Hello, some advice is really needed before I start taking my prescription, do you think it matters if the brand is not Roche Roaccutane (uk) and is a generic brand? Has anyone had an experience with Ennogen Healthcare Isotretinoin? I've not been given the branded version and the ingredients are slightly different so wondered if it matters to the overall treatment? Thanks :-) x
Dr.Davin, I'm freaking out here because am losing hair quite a bit and noticing that my hair is thinning. Is this normal? Plus my doctor told me to take hair genesis, is it any good?
Sorry, I'm not a general dermatologist, best see one who has an interest in hair... lasers don't treat hair loss. See a regular medical dermatologist for help. All the best, Dr Davin Lim
Oh ok, but do have any information if hair-loss is directly related to Oratane?
nhilal does acutane result hair loss?
Is the Accutane is safe? Ive been in accutane 10 mg 3 years every 2 days. Please answer. I want to maintain for more years. It is safe to take accutane for maintain purpose only. My skin is clear now. Before i took accutane for 6 months 10 mg and i achieve the clear skin. But when i stop taking it after a year my acne is back so i decided to take it again but every 2 days for 2 years i want to continue it is safe? Please doc respond to my comment you are amazing
It is good that you are taking the 10mg because that is the lowest dose. You say you took 10mg for 6 months and achieved clear skin. But it came back after a year. Since a 6 months treatment didn't work... why didn't you try 10mg for 1 year? But taking every 2 days for 2 years would be similar to a 1 year treatment. But you said in the beginning of your statement, "I've been on accutane 10mg 3 years every 2 days." How are you getting your medicine if you are not being seen by a doctor?
please please tell me time to take accutane and what should be precautions
Hello, ive had everything from mild to moderate to severe acne off and on over the past few years due to starting and stopping antibiotics and topicals etc. i have recently decided to go on accutane to get rid of my problem once and for all even though my acne is only moderate at the moment (I breakout often but it’s not cystic). My doctor has prescribed me zenatin (i think its called) 40mg right off the bat. Is this too much to take right off the bat or should I ask to be put on 20 instead to start off...? Thanks
Dr lim i‘m on accutane but i‘m so afraid that the acne will come back when i‘m off it:/
Anything you Suggest?
I don’t Drink milk and live Healthy❤️
Sabrina Geide update pls
Capri 23 I’m on my last month, 4 days to go .... I will see if my acne comes back later
Clear_Skin_Journey ❤️ what side effects are you experiencing? What’s your dosage?
Capri 23 30 mg from the start until now. Side effects are major dryness but otherwise I have been fine ❤️ it works so damn well. Look at my channel, there is a skin Progression video
My daughter had severe cystic acne for 2 yrs and has been on Accutane for 3 months and it worked well but the acne left deep scars on her cheeks and she feels very uncomfortable about it. What do you suggest for the scars?
Depends on the types of scars. See the videos on acne scar removal - very complex. Davin Lim
Annabelle 007 I had severe cystic acne on my back, it been about 9 months since I got done with Accutane. The holes on my back have filled in a lot and not that bad any more, you just got to give it time
Drew Thank you Drew😊
Vit c serum or get a fractional co2 treatment
so after the treatment and you have already achived the desired result, how long will this last?
Hi...thank you for this video! Very helpful! I am on month 3 taking 60mg....i can definitely see an improvement but still breaking out....I had a question regarding laser hair removal while on this drug.....My dermatologist said to have a patch test and see.....I was wondering what your advice is?? Would really appreciate it as I have had laser hair removal before I started roaccutane however the hair is growing back....Thanks very much!
Follow your dermatologist advice. I also do patch tests before full on laser on roacccutane.
Best
Dr Davin Lim