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A 23-year-old female asked:
im 8 months in accutane and i got a very small pimple on forehead and side of face. my dose went from 80 to 60 per day. should i continue accutane?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ed Friedlander answered
Pathology 44 years experience
Stay the course: I'd do it. If you need isotretinoin, the situation is serious. You are an adult now and acne is a huge personal and professional liability. Whoever is monitoring your treatment will advise you on dose.
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