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Is It Safe To Take Tufacne For Acne Treatment?

Hello doctor. Iam 23 yrs old. I have been suffering from acne from past 9 years. I didnt take any medicines for all these years but now my acne worsened leaving scars all over. My doctor presribed tufacne . Is it safe to take this medicine as a lot of warnings have been mentioned on this medicine. Please help!!!
Thu, 23 Jan 2014
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Hello,
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Tufscne is isotretinoin which is prescribed for severe cases of acne. Given under the supervision of a qualified dermatologist and with regular monitoring, it is quite safe. You may experience dryness of skin and chapping of lips as the most common side effects. Other side effects are rare. Your doctor may monitor your lipid profile and liver function test monthly. We usually give 3-4 months during which the side effects will be monitored.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
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Is It Safe To Take Tufacne For Acne Treatment?

Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. Tufscne is isotretinoin which is prescribed for severe cases of acne. Given under the supervision of a qualified dermatologist and with regular monitoring, it is quite safe. You may experience dryness of skin and chapping of lips as the most common side effects. Other side effects are rare. Your doctor may monitor your lipid profile and liver function test monthly. We usually give 3-4 months during which the side effects will be monitored. Hope this helps you. Take care.