How long it takes for acne to heal after taking oral isotretinoin softgels depends on the length and severity of the patient’s condition and cannot be generalized.
Isotretinoin soft capsule is mainly used for the treatment of moderate and severe acne, usually for cystic nodular acne, large pustular acne and acne vulgaris. If the patient’s condition is mild, the symptoms will gradually begin to resolve in about 2 weeks of treatment, and the course of treatment usually takes 2-3 months. For more severe cases, the patient should be seen by a dermatologist after 2-4 weeks and the medication should be adjusted according to the treatment effect. In addition, isotretinoin may cause serious birth defects, so women of childbearing age should use strict contraception during the drug and for three months after stopping it.
Patients are advised to maintain good habits in daily life, pay attention to the time and quality of rest, avoid alcohol, seafood and spices in their diet, and keep the affected area clean without abusing cosmetics and drugs.