Acne Questions (Page 7)

I'm going to start antabuse, all my products have propylene glycol. Such as my face wash?

Also my acne cream and hair style putty. Will this give me a reaction?

Accutane - When do I start to see results?

I started Accutane about 2 weeks ago, and my face is much dryer along with my lips. I expected that from all the reviews I read about. My big question is, when should I start seeing results? I'm breaking out like a mad man but I keep telling myself it has to push all the acne out that was... read more

Accutane - Is a breakout after treatment finishes normal?

Did anyone get a flare up after coming off accutane. I've been off it for about 2 weeks and noticed it coming back and after being on it for a few years and worried this is it for me. My skin oil production is coming back. Overtime I started reducing it id get a flare up hence why i was on it... read more

What can help to reduce joint pain while taking Accutane (isotretinoin)?

Hello, I started to take low dose isotretinoin (10 mg) yesterday. Today - the next morning - I can already feel some joint pain. What can help to reduce them? Is it ok to take glucosamine sulfate with the isotretinoin?

Adapalene - Eyes are burning and streaming?

I have been using Differin 0.1% gel for 5 nights now, and although i'm applying a tiny amount to my face, no where near my eyes, my eyes are burning and constantly running, no eye creams are helping but other than this, I am actually loving this gel, my skin already appears better, its softer,... read more

Amitriptyline - Has anyone had an increase in acne or hormonal cystic acne with use?

Can I apply my moisturizer, sunscreen & makeup after applying the Epiduo forte?

I was recommended by dermatologist to apply the epiduo forte morning AND night. She did say not to mix any other products other than the ones she gave me which was that and cetivle face wash and a very lousy sunscreen... (she told me the reason was so that if my skin reacted bad she would be able... read more

Can I open my clindamycin capsule and put the medicine on topically for acne cyst ?

Several months ago I had an infected tooth, Dentist prescribed clindamycin 300 mg capsules, I have a couple left. Right now I’m have broken out on my face. I have 2 huge cystic acne bumps that are very painful and deep below the skin. Our insurance doesn’t start until next month so... read more

How to go about increased anxiety/acne after removal of Nexplanon?

Hi there, I had the implant (Nexplanon) removed a little over a year ago. Mainly due to the fact that it was mildly making me break out and I was no longer in a relationship and felt that I had no use for it as well as seeing more research about how progestin can be harmful to reproductive health,... read more

Is it okay to change Accutane brands (same isotretinoin dosage) during the course of the treatment?

I have been on the same dosage and brand for 6 months but I can't seem to find it now. Is it okay to switch to another brand of the same strength and dosage?

When should I quit spironolactone?

my acne was never chronic but I fear that I’ve gone too far down the rabbit hole to quit now. I’m on 150 mg and have been for one month (9 months of spiro total). Why is it still not working? I am tired of being unable to lose weight and hyperpigmentation. I’m using a tretinoin... read more

What happens if you skip a day or two of taking roaccutane for acne?

I've been taking 40 mg per day of roaccutane (Accutane) for my acne for two months now. Does skipping a day or two of taking it effect the treatment?

Levonorgestrel - What are the long term side effects of postinor 2?

2 months after taking the postinor 2 pill,does it cause side effects such as swollen belly,swollen,sore, enlarged breasts,nusuea,on and off acne coupled with on and off whitish spotting (blood mixed with white mucus-like substance)?

Differin - Differen Adapelene purge still happening after 13 weeks?

Before I started using the Differen Adapelene 0.1% gel, I was previously on Curology (which was a clindamycin and zinc formula). The reason I stopped using that was because clindamycin is a type of antibiotic, and if you use an antibiotic long enough, your skin builds up a tolerance and no longer... read more

Does olanzapine interact with acne medication?

I was just wondering if stridex pads for acne are safe to use while on olanzapine? It may sound like a silly question but I just want to make sure it's ok.