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Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin belongs to the group of drugs called Retinoids. It is commonly used to treat severe cystic acne, that is not getting better with other treatment methods. Isotretinoin reduces oil production on the face.

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Can AHA revitalizing lotion 20 be used for body acne?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 25 years old and I weigh 165.34 Ibs. To cure my persistent moderate body acne and KP of past 10 years which was not responding well with topical treatment, the dermatologist put me on Isotretinoin course starting with a dose of 5 mg. Along with this, he has also prescribed AHA Rev...  Read Full »


Dr. Sunil Kumar Kothiwala

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Regarding the dose of Isotretinoin, it can go up to 20 mg easily. There is no serious side effect except for dry and cracked lips. With regards toGlycolic Acid 20% lotion, I will suggest you use it for short period first then increase it slowly. Concomitant use of Isotre...  Read Full »

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