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I'm on this pill for acne and i want to tan sometimes in a tanning bed. is it safe to still do?
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A Tanning bed is : Never safe under any circumstance. If you are on Accutane or any medication that requires you to limit sun exposure then a tanning bed is a no no. Tanning bed = increased cancer risk!.
Answered 6/24/2014
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