Hi
I’m 32 and about to begin my Roaccutane treatment. I’m a little worried about all these side effects and wondered if anyone could put my mind at rest. I’m not sure if the side effects are limited to younger people…Has anyone suffered from depression? My acne is not that bad and the doc said I shouldn’t be on it too long. Is there anyone that is in a similar position to me that could offer me some advice
Kitty x
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#1 Joyce says...
Hi,
I’m 31 with moderate acne and I’m on 80mg a day for 4 months (in month 3), so I think I’m in a similar position to you. The side-effects are not limited to ‘young’ people - personally, I think I am young! :op I have had a couple of periods of depression, lasting 1-3 days, but nothing I haven’t been able to cope with.
Jx
July 31st, 2008 at 10:32 am
#2 Andy says...
Hi Kitty,
I wouldn’t worry too much about the depression side effect. I think it’s tough being on the drug for some people because at first it can make acne so much wors: This may be what causes the ‘depression’. I have told close friends and family that i’m on Roacc as I think social support is the key to making it through the sad days!
Hope it goes well for you! Andy x
August 1st, 2008 at 7:28 pm
#3 Joane says...
Hi Kitty
Im 36 and from reading your story we sound really simular, dont worry about the side effects the benifits from this drug out way the side effects,iv been on this for 3 weeks now and iv had really dry lips and some times really itchy skin but my skin is clearing up lovely i know my acne was not bad but i its getting alot better and very few new ones
Good luck x
August 2nd, 2008 at 7:33 pm
#4 kitty says...
Thanks so much for everyones responses. It has really helped me. I’m sure I will have more questions and stuff once I start
Kitty x
August 3rd, 2008 at 1:08 pm
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