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What was it like to take Accutane for severe acne?

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What my acne looked like: not severe, but persistent. Caroline Praderio/INSIDER. I got so frustrated that, in the summer of 2015, I made an appointment with a new dermatologist. read more

Much like the others who answered here, I had severe and persistent acne from my teenage years and for many years later. I tried it all -- from the over the counter stuff, to the antibiotics. Nothing worked well enough to clear my acne for good. read more

People with severe acne that does not respond to other medications are candidates for taking Accutane. Accutane is the brand name for isotretinoin, a class of drugs called retinoids. Isotretinoin (Accutane) is taken by mouth, usually once or twice a day for 16 to 20 weeks. read more

Just like with Accutane, you'll need a prescription from your doctor for these medications. Topical retinoid medications include Retin-A and Retin-A Micro (tretinoin), Tazorac (tazarotene), and Differin (adapalene). Oral antibiotics are another option for treating severe acne. read more

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