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Can I use organic plant-based protein powder (no vitamin A) while taking Accutane?

saeedkeeFeb 1, 2020
I’ve recently just started taking Accutane. I workout 2-3x a week and was wondering if it’s ok for me to use my organic plant-based protein power since it doesn’t contain vitamin A.

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Dr. Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD
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Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD

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