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Since: Mar 26, 2004 Posts: 34
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Sun Mar 21, 2004 2:44 am
Post subject: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) Archived from groups: alt>skincare>acne (more info?)
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I have mild but VERY persistent back and shoulder acne. I've been on every
anti-biotic and tried every cream and lotion out there, perscription or
otherwise. I'm finally going to try Accutane for 2 months. Would this be
long enough for someone with mild acne? I will be taking the Accutane
without a perscription. I know every risk involved with Accutane. I can't
find a doc that is sympathetic to my plight. They all say that my acne is
not bad enough to warrant Accutane. "Why not" I say? Regardless of the fact
that it's mild to sometimes moderate acne, if nothing else puts a dent in it
then why not put me on Accutane? I'm an extremely healthy 28 yr old male
with no medical conditions. I've lived with acne for at least 12 years, I
want it GONE.
I have done a lot of research on Accutane but it seems there are some
differing theories in terms of dosage and course length.
I'd really appreciate some feedback from those who have taken Accutane, yet
only had mild to moderate persistent acne. I'm 190 lbs and I'm planning on
taking 40mg a day for 2 months. Should this be enough? Since it's mild,
would it be better to take 20mg a day for 4 months?
Thanks,
Buddee.
P.S. I realise I might get some negative responses due to my lack of
perscription. I understand the risks and I appreciate the concern. >> Stay informed about: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) |
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Since: Jan 26, 2004 Posts: 191
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Sun Mar 21, 2004 2:21 pm
Post subject: Re: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
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I didn't even see a difference until week 12! Clear up in two months? I
sincerely doubt it. I had moderate acne and it exploded when I got a
depo-provera BC shot. It took the entire 6 months for mine to clear up.
Also, if your derm won't give it to you, find another one! I went through
about 5 before I found one who, not only gave it to me, but manipulated the
insurance forms so I only had to pay 10$ copay for each months doses.
(instead of the regular $350/month)
7 years-still clear.
-Lauksna >> Stay informed about: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) |
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Since: Feb 16, 2004 Posts: 12
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Sun Mar 21, 2004 9:25 pm
Post subject: Re: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
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Can you shed some more light on the insurance trick? I'm paying $230/month
now and that's a big stress on a college student's tiny income.
Unfortunately, since there are generics available, my Rx copay is much more
than the regular $35 for brand names. =(
Thanks
"Lauksna" <no.TakeThisOut@virus.me> wrote in message
news:105rjnne4p82j53@corp.supernews.com...
> I didn't even see a difference until week 12! Clear up in two months? I
> sincerely doubt it. I had moderate acne and it exploded when I got a
> depo-provera BC shot. It took the entire 6 months for mine to clear up.
> Also, if your derm won't give it to you, find another one! I went through
> about 5 before I found one who, not only gave it to me, but manipulated
the
> insurance forms so I only had to pay 10$ copay for each months doses.
> (instead of the regular $350/month)
>
> 7 years-still clear.
>
> -Lauksna
>
> >> Stay informed about: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) |
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Since: Feb 16, 2004 Posts: 12
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Sun Mar 21, 2004 9:29 pm
Post subject: Re: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
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Try reading this document: http://www.rocheusa.com/products/accutane/pi.pdf
It mentions the possible side effects to watch for and the recommended
dosages.
Also, you should do blood work at least once a month to check triglyceride
levels and to check the condition of the liver.
"Buddee" <no.DeleteThis@way.com> wrote in message
news:HZadnZP1Qbch28DdRVn-iQ@novus-tele.net...
> I have mild but VERY persistent back and shoulder acne. I've been on every
> anti-biotic and tried every cream and lotion out there, perscription or
> otherwise. I'm finally going to try Accutane for 2 months. Would this be
> long enough for someone with mild acne? I will be taking the Accutane
> without a perscription. I know every risk involved with Accutane. I can't
> find a doc that is sympathetic to my plight. They all say that my acne is
> not bad enough to warrant Accutane. "Why not" I say? Regardless of the
fact
> that it's mild to sometimes moderate acne, if nothing else puts a dent in
it
> then why not put me on Accutane? I'm an extremely healthy 28 yr old male
> with no medical conditions. I've lived with acne for at least 12 years, I
> want it GONE.
>
> I have done a lot of research on Accutane but it seems there are some
> differing theories in terms of dosage and course length.
>
> I'd really appreciate some feedback from those who have taken Accutane,
yet
> only had mild to moderate persistent acne. I'm 190 lbs and I'm planning on
> taking 40mg a day for 2 months. Should this be enough? Since it's mild,
> would it be better to take 20mg a day for 4 months?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Buddee.
>
> P.S. I realise I might get some negative responses due to my lack of
> perscription. I understand the risks and I appreciate the concern.
>
> >> Stay informed about: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) |
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Since: Jan 26, 2004 Posts: 191
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Mon Mar 22, 2004 11:51 am
Post subject: Re: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
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I wish I could. It was an unspoken deed. I went to Wal-Mart to get my months
pills, expecting to write a $350 check and the cashier said "It's just your
copay." I never said a word about it to my Dr. That sure was cool though.
"RyanK" <****@gwu.edu> wrote in message
news:105s92mtoud6n5f@corp.supernews.com...
> Can you shed some more light on the insurance trick? I'm paying $230/month
> now and that's a big stress on a college student's tiny income.
> Unfortunately, since there are generics available, my Rx copay is much
more
> than the regular $35 for brand names. =(
>
> Thanks
>
> "Lauksna" <no.DeleteThis@virus.me> wrote in message
> news:105rjnne4p82j53@corp.supernews.com...
> > I didn't even see a difference until week 12! Clear up in two months? I
> > sincerely doubt it. I had moderate acne and it exploded when I got a
> > depo-provera BC shot. It took the entire 6 months for mine to clear up.
> > Also, if your derm won't give it to you, find another one! I went
through
> > about 5 before I found one who, not only gave it to me, but manipulated
> the
> > insurance forms so I only had to pay 10$ copay for each months doses.
> > (instead of the regular $350/month)
> >
> > 7 years-still clear.
> >
> > -Lauksna
> >
> >
>
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Since: Mar 26, 2004 Posts: 34
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Mon Mar 22, 2004 11:15 pm
Post subject: Re: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
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"Lauksna" <no.RemoveThis@virus.me> wrote in message
news:105rjnne4p82j53@corp.supernews.com...
> I didn't even see a difference until week 12! Clear up in two months? I
> sincerely doubt it. I had moderate acne and it exploded when I got a
> depo-provera BC shot. It took the entire 6 months for mine to clear up.
> Also, if your derm won't give it to you, find another one! I went through
> about 5 before I found one who, not only gave it to me, but manipulated
the
> insurance forms so I only had to pay 10$ copay for each months doses.
> (instead of the regular $350/month)
>
> 7 years-still clear.
>
> -Lauksna
Thanks for the info. I'll see how it goes, I can always get more.
Buddee.
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> >> Stay informed about: 2 months Accutane (Need advice) |
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