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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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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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