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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?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/30/2015

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A member 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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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