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Vbeam while on accutane/isotretinoin low dose?

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Diligent870992Sep 25, 2023

I have been prescribed low dose (5-10mg/per day) accutane for mild but persistent acne/rosacea. Is there any chance to get vbeam treatment (with or without bruising) while taking accutane on such low dose? Thanks

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