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A 24-year-old female asked:

My dermatologist prescribed me isotretinoin, should i worry about side effects? it is good or safe to take? im worried about the sayings of this medication?

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Dr. Maria Rueda
Dr. Maria Ruedaanswered
Dermatology 29 years experience
I’m sure your Doctor explained carefully the side effects before prescribing it.It is a wonderful medication for bad acne &it rarely causes severe side effects however,be sure to follow ALL your Dermatologist’s recommendations AND,either abstain from having sex, or use 2 forms of birth control.You will have dry skin,cracked lips,use moisturizer&aquaphor.They will resolve after stopping
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Good evening my 23yr old daughter has fine and big pimples along her cheekbones .Have tried face washes and creams .I took her today to the dermatologist who put her on Oratane.Worried about the depression as side effect..has mild depression.Suggest?
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Hi. Does one need a prescription from a dermatologist for Oratane capsules?
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