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I am 8 months pregnant and my husband just started taking accutane! Is it OK for use to have sex or not?

InfowlerDec 1, 2016
Accutane, sex, partner, pregnant

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Dr. Jonathan Zelken, MD
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Thank you for your question. I cannot tell you how Oratane will affect your baby, but I highly recommend you consult a board certified obstetrician/gynecologist and inform the physician that you were taking Oratane when you got pregnant. Take care and good luck.

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