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I'm on isotretinoin. i used a little bit of tetracycline ointment 1% on my lip just once time during isotretinoin course.is it serious for my health?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

No: Although there was no reason to use this on your lips I do not think any damage was done given the minimal absorption.

Answered 2/14/2014

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A member asked:

I'm on isotretinoin. i used a little bit of tetracycline ointment 1% on my lip just once time during isotretinoin course.is it serious for my health?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vicki Levine answered

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