Hi Claire, I’m so glad you commented. Yes my experience was years ago now but I felt strongly enough to leave my diary here to continue helping other people going through the same. It warms my heart to hear that my daily posts are helping you through the worse days. Please don’t give up! You’ve come so far and the end result is what matters. Writing a daily diary and taking photos helped me enormously so then I could see my progress that I would otherwise not appreciate. Do reach out again, I look forward to hearing about your journey, all the best, Andrea x

Hey Rebecca, I’m so pleased that my site is still helping people and thank you for sharing your own experience here. It sounds like it could be a good thing that you only took half dose to start with, in an “easing in” sort of way! I hope your experience is a good one, it certainly sounds promising from your story so far. I look forward to hearing how it all goes for you. Here when you need us! x

Hi Nicoleta, I hope your treatment is going well. I wouldn’t worry about the latest pimple. Progress during treatment can be changing but the end result is what matters. In regard to your other question, I know that pregnancy during treatment is a complete no-no. I was told that a baby would almost definitely be deformed while you are taking Roaccutane. You will need to check with your own dermatologist to see what the situation is after the treatment has finished. I wish you well, Andrea x

Hi Tarryn, I’m glad my website has given you some reassurance and I think the keyword you used there is ‘patience’ I believe that the rashes and dry spots are a common side effect. Do take a look at my gallery where you will see what my arms and legs looked like. I’m not medically qualified so would advise getting yours checked out with your dermatologist and taking their advice. I found my dermatologist very reassuring, he helped me a lot. The leaflet that comes with the tablets is also a good source of common side effects. I have found that my online diary helps fellow acne sufferers feel better to read and see someone else’s experience. It was my reason for doing it, to be open and honest, sharing my daily experiences during my Roaccutane journey. I like that people have interacted with me which shows that we are not alone. I wish you all the very best on your journey, Andrea x

Chanced upon your page while googling for side effects and you gave me hope that accutane will work eventually with patience!
Can I ask for the spots on your legs – are they rashes and common side effects of accutane? I’m currently on my 3rd month of 20mg and in my country it’s called oratane instead (not sure if it’s any different) but i’ve notice the bite marks I had before I started accutane take longer to heal and i have red small (not itchy) bumps flaring up on my legs. I’ve even decreased my dosage from 30mg to 20mg as this “symptom” seems to begin after the increase in dosage.

Any advice/comments?

Hi Kristie, Thank you for reaching out, it’s always lovely to hear from my readers! I would say it is a side effect, I had the same. Check out my gallery. I remember my skin changing and having severe dry patches on my arms, legs, feet and even in my ears. Lots of moisturiser required! I used Hydromol. It is only temporary whilst on the treatment. All the best, Andrea x