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I got prescribed accutane for one month. what would happen if i kept using it?

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Followup: The use of Accutane for one month would not have signifigant long term effects. You need followup and a treatment plan. The dose, length of course and followup are very important.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

I got prescribed accutane for one month. what would happen if i kept using it?

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Dr. David Sire answered

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