{"id":78441,"date":"2026-09-25T01:10:27","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T20:10:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/?p=78441"},"modified":"2026-09-23T11:21:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T06:21:45","slug":"does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Accutane Permanently Cure Acne?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Accutane can make a big difference for people with severe acne. It becomes useful when creams, face washes, and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/skincare-treatments\/acne-treatment\/\">acne treatments<\/a> fail. It can clear the skin for a long time. But <b>does Accutane permanently cure acne?<\/b> It is important to understand that Accutane is not a permanent cure for acne. There is a chance that acne can still occur after treatment. Here is what you should know about the medicine before use.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Does_Accutane_Permanently_Cure_Acne\" >Does Accutane Permanently Cure Acne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#What_is_Accutane\" >What is Accutane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Does_Accutane_Permanently_Cure_Acne-2\" >Does Accutane Permanently Cure Acne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#How_Long_Do_Accutane_Results_Last\" >How Long Do Accutane Results Last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Can_Acne_Come_Back_After_Accutane\" >Can Acne Come Back After Accutane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Do_You_Need_Accutane_More_Than_Once\" >Do You Need Accutane More Than Once?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Who_is_Accutane_Usually_For\" >Who is Accutane Usually For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#How_long_does_the_treatment_keep_acne_away\" >How long does the treatment keep acne away?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#What_happens_if_acne_comes_back\" >What happens if acne comes back?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Does_Accutane_remove_acne_scars\" >Does Accutane remove acne scars?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalclinicdubai.com\/en-ae\/does-accutane-permanently-cure-acne\/#Book_Your_Acne_Treatment_Today\" >Book Your Acne Treatment Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Accutane_Permanently_Cure_Acne\"><\/span>Does Accutane Permanently Cure Acne?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Accutane can clear severe acne for a long time. But it is not a permanent cure for all. Some people never have major acne again. Others may see breakouts return again in the future. Accutane is useful to treat severe acne that cannot be treated by other treatments. It works on the main causes of acne.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Accutane\"><\/span>What is Accutane?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Accutane is a form of vitamin A that contains isotretinoin. It is an effective medication for severe acne, especially when it becomes deep and painful. Patients are usually recommended this medication when other treatments fail. It is different from most acne remedies. The medicine works throughout the body and changes several factors that cause acne.<\/p>\n<p>It can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reduce oil production<\/li>\n<li>Shrink the skin\u2019s oil glands<\/li>\n<li>Help keep pores from getting clogged<\/li>\n<li>Reduce inflammation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Accutane_Permanently_Cure_Acne-2\"><\/span>Does Accutane Permanently Cure Acne?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not always.<\/p>\n<p>Accutane can put acne into a long-term pause. This means the skin may stay clear for a long time. Some people may never need another treatment. Others may have mild or moderate acne again. So the treatment provides long-term benefits, and the results do not always last permanently. It never guarantees that you will never have acne again.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Do_Accutane_Results_Last\"><\/span>How Long Do Accutane Results Last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no exact time period that applies to everyone. Many people remain safe from acne after completing the treatment. For some, the improvement lasts for years. Others may face the condition again sooner. Several factors can change the outcomes of the treatment. The dermatologist will decide how long you should continue the treatment to achieve maximum benefits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Acne_Come_Back_After_Accutane\"><\/span>Can Acne Come Back After Accutane?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, some people develop a new breakout after the treatment. This does not mean the treatment did not work. Acne can return for many other reasons. Excess oil and hormonal changes may also cause new breakouts. When the issue occurs again, it may not be in the same condition it was in. Acne will be much milder. Your doctor will decide whether you need to continue the treatment or not.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_You_Need_Accutane_More_Than_Once\"><\/span>Do You Need Accutane More Than Once?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You may need it more than once sometimes. If acne returns after the treatment, your dermatologist may ask you to continue the therapy. This depends on the condition of the acne. Not everyone needs a second course. If the new acne is mild, the doctor may suggest other gentle treatments such as creams.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Accutane_Usually_For\"><\/span>Who is Accutane Usually For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The treatment is considered for people with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe acne<\/li>\n<li>Deep cysts or nodules<\/li>\n<li>Acne that causes scars<\/li>\n<li>Acne that has not improved<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-78448 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-78448.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-78448.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-78448.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-78448.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-78448.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1790144283\"><div id=\"sp-ea-78448\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_the_treatment_keep_acne_away\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-784480\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse784480\" aria-controls=\"collapse784480\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> How long does the treatment keep acne away?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse784480\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-78448\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-784480\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>There is no exact time for everyone. Some people may get permanent results. Some may have acne again in the future. The results vary from person to person.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_acne_comes_back\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-784481\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse784481\" aria-controls=\"collapse784481\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What happens if acne comes back?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse784481\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-78448\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-784481\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Your doctor will recommend suitable treatment if the issue comes back. You may need to continue the treatment or just use creams if the condition is mild.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Accutane_remove_acne_scars\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-784482\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse784482\" aria-controls=\"collapse784482\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Does Accutane remove acne scars?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse784482\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-78448\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-784482\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>No, it treats acne and prevents new scars. The treatment cannot remove scars that are already there.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-78448-6ab5a9f4c4806\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How long does the treatment keep acne away?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"There is no exact time for everyone. Some people may get permanent results. Some may have acne again in the future. The results vary from person to person.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What happens if acne comes back?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Your doctor will recommend suitable treatment if the issue comes back. 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