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I started claravis isotretinoin. i took 11 pills so far of 40mg. the side effects are just not worth it to me i have decided to stop. i have severly dry lips and facial skin. how long will it take to rid it out of my system. thank you in advance?
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The half-lives of isotretinoin and its active metabolite, 4-oxo-isotretinoin, are about 10 to 24 hours and 38 hours, respectively so this medication will completely be washed out within 3-5 days .
Answered 8/31/2021
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