Accutane

The Sanova Guide to Accutane therapy | Isotretinoin, Medications & Other Health Conditions

Treating acne with Accutane doesn’t always happen in isolation. Patients are often on other medications, or have other health issues when considering or initiating isotretinoin therapy.  How Accutane should be used, along with other medication a patient may be on or have to start taking for a concurrent medical problem, inevitably brings up a number of questions. Can I continue Continue reading

The Sanova Guide to Accutane Therapy | Activities While Taking Isotretinoin

There are many questions that pop into your head once you decide to take Accutane (Isotretinoin) for your acne. “There are dos and don’ts with every medical treatment,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board-certified dermatologist in Austin, Texas. “Accutane is extremely effective in treating and in many cases, eradicating acne from the skin. With all it’s notoriety, patients are always wondering Continue reading

The Sanova Guide to Accutane therapy | Accutane & Pregnancy

There are many things to consider before you decide to pursue Accutane treatment for Acne. Family planning is a significant consideration and female patients wanting to have a baby in the near future, or who are currently pregnant, should understand one of the primary risks of isotretinoin therapy. Do I need to Use Birth Control While on Accutane? “Accutane treatment Continue reading

The Sanova Guide to Accutane therapy | Isotretinoin Common Side Effects

Accutane (isotretinoin) leads to a significant clearing and improvement of acne breakouts in a majority of patients. However, this medication has also been associated with some side effects that can directly effect how well a course of treatment is tolerated. Here is little more insight on what to expect while on Accutane therapy. What Common Side Effects Can Occur While Continue reading

The Sanova Guide to Accutane therapy | The Facts About Isotretinoin

Everyone seems to know that Accutane (a.k.a. isotretinoin) is an effective medication for treating moderate to severe acne. Accutane gets a lot of notoriety.  “It’s the side effects that catches most peoples’ attention,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist in Austin, Texas. “Reading different stories or claims on the internet is usually what turns patients off of this therapy. Continue reading

Sanova Success Story: Rachel’s Acne

Acne is an extremely common condition, with detrimental effects on self-esteem, confidence and quality of life. The extent of this disease varies from person to person and can be related to skin type, stress, climate, and a number of other factors . Some people are subject to acne for an extended period of time, lasting far beyond the teenage years, Continue reading

When Will I Outgrow My Acne?

This is the question heard round-the-world. When will I outgrow my acne? Well, we have an answer for you: It’s different for each person! Acne at Different Ages Acne (unfortunately) is not restricted to any age. “We always think of acne as something we have to go through in our teens,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board-certified Dermatologist, in Austin, Texas. Continue reading

Can Accutane Be Used To Treat Rosacea?

Rosacea is a common but not altogether understood skin disease that caused redness on the nose, cheeks, forehead and cheeks. Sometimes skin eruptions like acne occur on the red areas. The disease is not caused by alcohol abuse, as was previously believed, but drinking can make the symptoms worse. “We talk a lot about avoiding triggers with Rosacea,” explains Dr. Continue reading

Question: Is it safe to drink alcohol while on Accutane?

“The short answer,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak. board-certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, “is no. At the very least, you should drink in extreme moderation while using Accutane.” Accutane, or its generic equivalent Isotretinoin, is a powerful medication that is used to treat acne as well as certain other skin diseases. “It’s really quite remarkable,” says Dr. Mamelak.”We’ve seen Continue reading

Product Review: PCA Skin Peptide Lip Therapy for dry and chapped lips

Are your lips feeling dry and dull? Do you suffer from chronically chapped or peeling lips? Has Accutane taken the lush out of your lips? “Lip balms and petroleum jelly can certainly help with dry and chapped lips,” says dermatologist Dr. Miriam Hanson, “but sometimes we need to find other ways to moisturize and boost the hydration even more.” PCA Continue reading

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