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A member asked:
Can you take dianette and accutane at the same time?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: however, please separate the doses by 6-8 hours and take Accutane only under a physicians supervision. I would suggest condoms and BC pills while on Accutane,since birth defects have been reported.
Answered 10/29/2014
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Mandatory: because Accutane is a drug that can potentially cause significant birth defects, it is extremely important that women who use Accutane are currently using a method of very effective birth control. You definitely should be taking your dianette while on accutane.
Answered 1/21/2017
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Yes, but...: I am located in US, and meds are made in different combinations here . however from the classes , they would probably be okay .. but .. if you are on dianette it seems the anti androgen would halp acne as well (so maybe wait a few months (cycles ) to see if that is effective. if not , Accutane has a large side effect profile ,and it would be easier and clearer (if side effects occur) if you
Answered 2/19/2015
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