"i had severe cystic acne covering my entire body for over 2 years. i tried antibiotics, creams and pills, and none of them worked. finally after a year on antibiotics with no results my doctor referred me to a dermatologist who prescribed accutane. i took it for six months and now my acne is completely gone. i have been off of it for two months now and no acne whatsoever has returned. i am hoping it never does! the side effects for accutane were difficult (especially the dry lips - i had chapstick with me 24/7 and went crazy if i couldn&#039;t apply it about once an hour at least) but the end result was worth it in my opinion."