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If a man on accutane gets a women pregnant. could it be harmful to the baby?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No : If the male is on Accutane this won't affect the baby. Women on Accutane should not get pregnant.

Answered 6/22/2017

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