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Can i still use topical acne cream with accutane?
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You can: But why would you? Accutane shrinks oil glands, resulting in dry skin. Benzoyl peroxide is also drying. Details matter. How long on Accutane? Dose? Usually no other med is used when taking Accutane.
Answered 8/22/2015
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