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Gap During Course of Accutane - What Can I Do?

scarecrowJul 7, 2010
I have to go out of town when my accutane has to be refilled. I will missed four days of  medication. I am worried about the consequences. Is there anything you can recommend?

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Dr. Steven E. Rasmussen, MD, FAAD
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Jul 19, 2010
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