HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Is Accutane Effective In Treatment Of Seborrhea Dermatitis?

default
Posted on Thu, 11 Sep 2014
Question: will Accutane help my seborrhea dermatitis. I have been to dermatologist and tried everything
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Low dose oral Accutane might help.

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX

Welcome to healthcaremagic.com and thank you fpr posting your query.

The scientific literature says that low dose isotretinoin (Accutane) does indeed help reduce the severity of seborrheic dermatitis and acne by reducing the gland size and also decreasing the oil/sebum production.

My suggestion for you would to be discuss this option with your treating dermatologist and ask him/her to prescribe you the right dosage.

I hope that answers your query. Please feel free to write back to me if you additional concerns.

Warm regards.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Yogesh D

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2009

Answered : 1122 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Dermatologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Is Accutane Effective In Treatment Of Seborrhea Dermatitis?

Brief Answer: Low dose oral Accutane might help. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX Welcome to healthcaremagic.com and thank you fpr posting your query. The scientific literature says that low dose isotretinoin (Accutane) does indeed help reduce the severity of seborrheic dermatitis and acne by reducing the gland size and also decreasing the oil/sebum production. My suggestion for you would to be discuss this option with your treating dermatologist and ask him/her to prescribe you the right dosage. I hope that answers your query. Please feel free to write back to me if you additional concerns. Warm regards.