Are there alternatives to Accutane for oily skin?

It is good to hear that you have achieved good control of acne with isotretinoin. The low dose that you are taking now will reduce sebum (oil) production and maintain your condition. From research studies done on adults, low dose isotretinoin showed no side effects to the body when the researchers did an extensive panel of blood tests on patients who took isotretinoin 20mg twice a week for 3 years. Your dose is even lower than this so it is safe, provided that you do not have habits such as excessive alcohol intake, as that will stress your liver.

Hi Aaron – I completely agree with whatever your doctor has done. I had asked about accutane but my doctor was hesitant in prescribing to me due to my history with depression. I’d err on the side of caution as well, as depression, although rare, is one of the side effects of accutane. Moreover, you described your acne as mild so accutane would be an overkill. My dermatologist said that the retacnyl will help to clear my acne(very few) and my dark spots and mild acne scars. Would it actually help to eliminate my acne scars?