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Can You Stop Taking Accutane when the Side Effets Are Too Dangerous for the Mental Health?

June 4, 2013
Asked By:janejimi

My friend has depression and anxiety, so I want to know if she could stop anytime when it becomes too dangerous. Thanks.

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