Archive for the ‘Accutane’ Category

Can you drink alcohol whilst taking Accutane/Isotretinoin?

Sunday, May 17th, 2009

Accutane treatment can make you feel drowsy and dizzy. These side effects increase when you drink alcohol so it generally recommended that you should avoid alcohol intake.
Drinking alcohol during Accutane treatment tends to make you feel the effects (feel intoxicated) more than usual. Also drinking on Accutane can make hangovers worse.
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Vitamin A foods to cut back on during Accutane treatment

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Accutane is a naturally form of vitamin A, and therefore it is recommended that you avoid vitamin A supplements and curb intake of foods with high levels of vitamin A during Accutane treatment.
Is it ok to eat foods containing vitamin A?
Yes, but do not exceed the dietary guidelines. Most foods [...]

Is it normal to get an initial breakout after starting Accutane?

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Yes, it is common to experience an initial breakout on Accutane.
Prepare yourself for a significant acne flare up as it is usual for a patient’s skin to get worse before it gets better during Accutane treatment. The week you experience the dreaded breakout can vary from person to person, but it [...]

Bio oil to treat Acne Scars

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

If you are currently popping Accutane pills to treat your acne, you may already be asking yourself, how can I get rid of my acne scars/red marks left by spots?
Many acne sufferers have found that bio oil can help heal acne scars. Bio oil is ideally used for scars, stretch marks [...]