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Is it ok to use retin a (tretinoin) while on absorica (accutane) ? so far no irritatio n
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Accutane: One side effect of Absorica is dryness. The addition of retin a (tretinoin) to your skin can cause your skin to be irritated. Furthermore, it is important to know if the absorcia by itself is effective at treating your acne.
Answered 9/2/2016
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