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Can i get a tattoo while on oratane?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not recommended: At least few months should be allowed posttreatment as Oratane will interact with your skin's capacity of healing after the chemical trauma induced by applying the tattoo. Your best reference remains your dermatologist treating your acne.

Answered 11/8/2020

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