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Taking Roaccutane For Second Month But Still Having New Spots. Treatment?
Question: hello doc .. im taking roaccutane for second month but still im having new spots every week .. what can I do to stop them ?
Brief Answer:
may need a second course, combine with topical
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Acne results from interplay between 4 factors: (1) increased production of cells in the skin resulting in the blocking of the follicles in the skin
(2)excess sebum production , sebum is an oily waxy substance made by the sebaceous glands
(3)the presence of a particular bacteria called propionibacterium acne
(4)inflammation of the skin
The medication that you are currently using decreases the size and activity of the sebaceous gland, it reduces inflammation, reduces the presence of the bacteria and the increased production of skin cells.
It is currently the only treatment that suppresses all aspects of acne.
It is normally used for 16 to 20 weeks, though some persons have resolution with one course, others may require a second or third course of treatment.Part of the side effect profile of this drug is flaring up of the condition.
Since this is the most effective treatment at present, it may be necessary for you to have more than one course if you are still having symptoms.
In addition you may want to consider the use of topical agents in combination with the roaccutane. This would include medication such as clindoxyl which has a combination of an antibiotic and benzoyl peroxide.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any additional questions
may need a second course, combine with topical
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Acne results from interplay between 4 factors: (1) increased production of cells in the skin resulting in the blocking of the follicles in the skin
(2)excess sebum production , sebum is an oily waxy substance made by the sebaceous glands
(3)the presence of a particular bacteria called propionibacterium acne
(4)inflammation of the skin
The medication that you are currently using decreases the size and activity of the sebaceous gland, it reduces inflammation, reduces the presence of the bacteria and the increased production of skin cells.
It is currently the only treatment that suppresses all aspects of acne.
It is normally used for 16 to 20 weeks, though some persons have resolution with one course, others may require a second or third course of treatment.Part of the side effect profile of this drug is flaring up of the condition.
Since this is the most effective treatment at present, it may be necessary for you to have more than one course if you are still having symptoms.
In addition you may want to consider the use of topical agents in combination with the roaccutane. This would include medication such as clindoxyl which has a combination of an antibiotic and benzoyl peroxide.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any additional questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
thank you very much ..
is it better to use clindoxyl or clindamycin ?
and how many times will i use it in a day and for how many days ? with more additional steps please .
is it better to use clindoxyl or clindamycin ?
and how many times will i use it in a day and for how many days ? with more additional steps please .
Brief Answer:
clindoxyl would be better, once daily at night,
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Clindoxyl would be best because it would contain the clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide that would work in conjunction with each other.
It is used once daily at night. Applied lightly over the affected areas.
You may need a prescription to obtain it but you can speak to your local pharmacist to find out.
Please feel free to ask any additional questions
clindoxyl would be better, once daily at night,
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Clindoxyl would be best because it would contain the clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide that would work in conjunction with each other.
It is used once daily at night. Applied lightly over the affected areas.
You may need a prescription to obtain it but you can speak to your local pharmacist to find out.
Please feel free to ask any additional questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
ive got this what u can see in the photo in my chin is this acne or what ? because my chin is soft and straight but those weard black circles are there .. so what do you recomend
Brief Answer:
related to the acne
Detailed Answer:
Hi
They do appear to be acne lesions. Acne can cause different changes in the skin such as closed bumps, papules, pus filled lesions, nodes, cysts and scars.
Acne can be very disturbing to any one.
The use of the clindoxyl would also be helpful in this area.
You can feel free to ask anything else
related to the acne
Detailed Answer:
Hi
They do appear to be acne lesions. Acne can cause different changes in the skin such as closed bumps, papules, pus filled lesions, nodes, cysts and scars.
Acne can be very disturbing to any one.
The use of the clindoxyl would also be helpful in this area.
You can feel free to ask anything else
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
i called many pharmacies to ask about it they said it's not availble but one said they have dalacin .. is it the same ?
Brief Answer:
it is the clinamycin on its own
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dalacin is clinamycin on it own. It is possible that the combination is not available in your area.
You can try this on it own to see if it helps you .
You can also try to obtain benzoyl peroxide wash and use it once daily along with the cream.
The use separately is not as effective as one combined cream but it would still help
you can ask anything else
it is the clinamycin on its own
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dalacin is clinamycin on it own. It is possible that the combination is not available in your area.
You can try this on it own to see if it helps you .
You can also try to obtain benzoyl peroxide wash and use it once daily along with the cream.
The use separately is not as effective as one combined cream but it would still help
you can ask anything else
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. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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