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A 17-year-old male asked:

day 21, 40mg accutane. first nose bleed today and very dry lips. how do i prevent the nose bleeds? aquaphor or vaseline is not cutting it on lips.

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Dr. Michael Fisher answered

Dermatology 32 years experience

Accutane: Have your doctor write you a prescription for Lidex (fluocinonide) Ointment robe used on your lips.

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