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Is it normal that my skin is still oily after consuming Accutane for a year and a half?

frdnaApr 29, 2023
I have been consuming accutane for about 1 and a half year now but my skin is still kind of oily at night. Is this normal? I have been wanting to stop the medication but are advised against by my doctor and my skin becomes oily after not consuming.

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