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I stop taking accutane for almost half a year, now my face starting to get oily and acnes pop out again, i need advises. thanks in advance?

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Dr. Robert Peppercorn answered

Accutane: You should discuss with your dermatologist about taking another course of accutane. Not unusual to repeat the medication.

Answered 5/1/2013

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A member asked:

I stop taking accutane for almost half a year, now my face starting to get oily and acnes pop out again, i need advises. thanks in advance?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Peppercorn answered

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