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Just finished a month on 10mg accutane, started 20mg 2 days ago how long will it take for me to notice dryness?

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Dr. Robert Hartman answered

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Minimal at that dose: All side effects are dose related. That dose is safe and has minimal side effects.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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