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How long after a hair transplant can you begin trading isoretonin (accutane)?

howardwJul 23, 2013
I have had adult acne for many years. I have taken accutane several times in the past with no negative results. I had a hair transplant 8 months ago. Is it safe to take accutane again and not harm the still developing hair follicles?

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Dr. Jae Pak, MD
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