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If I stop Isotretinoin, will my acne come back?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have been taking a course of Isotretinoin for the past 20 days and I am really happy to have a clear skin. I do not want acne anymore. Just I am thinking if acne will come back after I finish the course of treatment. I am 25 years and suffering from acne for the past four years. I have taken many medicines, but nothing work permanently. My acne comes back as soon as I finish my antibiotic course.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. Isotretinoin operates by reducing facial oil (sebum) production, and it has stood out as the most successful clinical anti-acne treatment over the last 20 years. It has demonstrated the ability to bring about prolonged remission and substantial enhancements in numerous patients. Despite this, relapse rates within two years post-treatment completion vary between 10% and 60%, contingent on the dosage schedule and follow-up duration.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At November 16, 2016
Reviewed AtAugust 8, 2023

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