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How Long After Accutane Can I Get IPL? Is 8 Months Ok?

charissec4Oct 30, 2012
I eventually was on 60mg for 6 months (started on 20mg and built my way up). I am now off Accutane for 8 months. Is IPL ok to have done now? Thank you!

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Dr. Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
Dermatologic Surgeon, Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Apr 3, 2013
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Dr. F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam)
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Oct 31, 2012
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