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How can isotretinoin affect my liver ?
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It can rarely cause drug-induced hepatitis. Transient increase in liver enzymes is common, reversible with discontinuance. Take care.
Answered 6/26/2023
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About 15% of people on this acne medicine develop elevated liver tests, which often resolve on their own, even if the medicine is continued. A rare number of people develop longer-term abnormal liver tests. Certainly if you are on this medicine, you should not drink alcohol at all. Good luck.
Answered 6/26/2023
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