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Acne problem
I had severe acne so i was under medication. i was prescribed SOTRET TABLETS 10 mg,which i am taking since September. Right now i have scars for which i am applying DERIVA BPO GEL. is it safe to continue the tablets for so long?
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Dr. Vaishali Kanthi
Dermatologist
26 yrs exp
Mumbai
You must follow up with your dermat.
Once adequate control has been obtained isitretinoin should be stopped.
Check your blood lipid levels.
For scars and pigmentation treatment is different.
For any further advise please consult online.
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Dr. Mallika Dembla
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Mumbai
Tablets can be taken only if doctor has prescribed it for so long or else needs liver and lipid blood tests however it's not advisable to take this medicine for so long without doctors consultation.scars can be treated with peels or lasers ,can be decided after consultation.
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Dr. S Divya
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Ya it is safe provided your investigation for liver and lipids are done and are in normal limits .and in pregnancy it should not be used. For spots you can use creams but for scars ,laser treatment has to be taken
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