Isotretinoin
"Suffered with cystic hormonal acne for 10 years.  

Pros: Cleared my skin. Side effects wore off about a month post-accutane

Cons: dry eyes, dry lips, lower back pain, ankle pain, fatigue, sun sensitivity

Due to some of the side effects, I had to go easy at the gym, give up hiking for a few months, or anything related to physical activity or sun.



All side effects are manageable. You go in expecting the worse, but it isn't as bad as some make it sound.  I was on 60mg a day for 5 months.



I recommend it if you've been battling acne for years. I have good health insurance, listed is what I paid/copayment.

Doctor: $30 co-pay (w/o insurance $160)

Drug: $15 co-pay (w/o insurance $500-700)

Labs: $20 co-pay (w/o insurance $500-700)"