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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our dermatologist (who was on call for our regular dermatologist who was on maternity leave) recommended accutane a year and a half ago for our then 15 year old.  We had tried all the prescription topical medicines.  She also said we could try antibiotics, but said they are not as effective and sometimes only worked for a short time.  I was spooked when I learned about the side effects, etc., so told her I wanted time to think about it.

We returned when our dermatologist came back from maternity leave, and she did not recommend accutane until we tried the antibiotics first.  I am so glad we waited.  The antibiotics made a huge difference and we were on them only for about 6 months.  He has to continue with his topical regimen (with the strongest meds out there), and he is keeping the zits at bay.  If you can avoid accutane, you should.[/quote]

What are "the strongest mess out there" that he takes? [/quote]

Tazorac, Acanya, Aczone, Benzefoam
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