How long does it take to get Accutane out of your system?

I'm stunned that someone told you that accutane should stay in your body that long--it has a half life of 25 hours, so it should mostly be out of your body in three days. Does that help ... I have taken Accutane and my dermatologists have said that it takes 6 months for Accutane to leave the body. read more

After 5 weeks the drug will be out of your system and your dermatologist will probably treat this as a separate course. Accutane is given for between 16 and 24 weeks so your dermatologist will see how you are responding and plan your treatment time accordingly. read more

For skin procedures: Accutane does have an affect on your skin and sabaceous glands long after it has left your blood stream. Therefore, if you are having a laser treatment or any kind of skin treatment, it is best to wait 6 months. read more