Reviewer: 19-24 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I have had severe acne since age 14 and have tried every oral and topical medication out there. I just finished my 1st month on accutane and while my face is not perfect, the deep nodule acne is gone and it looks better overall. Severe chapped lips can be controlled with Burt's Bees chapstick during the day and vaseline at night. I recently started getting major back and joint pains. Haven't figur ... Show Full Comment

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I have had severe acne since age 14 and have tried every oral and topical medication out there. I just finished my 1st month on accutane and while my face is not perfect, the deep nodule acne is gone and it looks better overall. Severe chapped lips can be controlled with Burt's Bees chapstick during the day and vaseline at night. I recently started getting major back and joint pains. Haven't figured out how to ease that yet. I haven't had any irregular mood swings thus far. The medication is a little pricey, $140 with good insurance for a months supply, plus the monthly doctor visit and lab work. I'm crossing my fingers for a good outcome. 5 more months to go!!
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Reviewer: 13-18 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I normally fine, but sometimes I get joint and muscle aches. I also get dry skin around the mouth area

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I normally fine, but sometimes I get joint and muscle aches. I also get dry skin around the mouth area
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Reviewer: 19-24 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I've been on this medication for about two weeks now and have noticed some of the side effects. One of the major ones is dry and peeling lips. Have to keep putting ointment on my lips about 5-6 times a day. Also I've noticed that my face is peeling in certain spots and my scalp is very itchy. Other than that I haven't had any other problems. As for its effectiveness I can't tell yet. From reading ... Show Full Comment

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I've been on this medication for about two weeks now and have noticed some of the side effects. One of the major ones is dry and peeling lips. Have to keep putting ointment on my lips about 5-6 times a day. Also I've noticed that my face is peeling in certain spots and my scalp is very itchy. Other than that I haven't had any other problems. As for its effectiveness I can't tell yet. From reading other peoples' reviews I think my acne should clear up within a week or so. I'm excited to see the end results.
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Reviewer: Alli, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Caregiver)

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My son took this medication for his acne. It worked wonderful, unfortunately he experienced severe depression, moodiness, which is one of the serious side effects. He only stayed on the drug for 4 months instead of the 6 months. We had to take him off the drug, and hopefully he will return to his happy self again. Not sure if the drug was worth it.

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My son took this medication for his acne. It worked wonderful, unfortunately he experienced severe depression, moodiness, which is one of the serious side effects. He only stayed on the drug for 4 months instead of the 6 months. We had to take him off the drug, and hopefully he will return to his happy self again. Not sure if the drug was worth it.
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Reviewer: 19-24 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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When starting this medication hearing the side effectsnstarted changing my mind about taking it. But i went with it because nothing else has worked. I have had acne bad for 5 years and I am only 20 years old. I've started taking this medication 3 months ago and no major side effects have occurred. the biggest is dryness, which is a given. First week of the treatment my acne got worse than ever. No ... Show Full Comment

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When starting this medication hearing the side effectsnstarted changing my mind about taking it. But i went with it because nothing else has worked. I have had acne bad for 5 years and I am only 20 years old. I've started taking this medication 3 months ago and no major side effects have occurred. the biggest is dryness, which is a given. First week of the treatment my acne got worse than ever. Now, I receive a few on my neck. My face as never been so clear I have the most confidents in the world and it feels great. It's scary thinking about what could happen. But over all I am very pleased with the outcome and its only been 3 months. 3 more to go and no worries! good luck everyone
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