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With topical retin a, do i need to stop being sexually active or would birth control be fine ,?
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Retin A: It hasn't been shown defintively if topical retinoid use is or is not safe during pregnancy. Using oral contraception should be fine (or other forms of birth control).
Answered 7/25/2020
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