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What Are The Uses And Side Effects Of Accutane?

Hi, I took Accutane for acne as a teenager, after which my finger and toenails became weak and deeply ridged vertically. Now at age 57, they seem to be getting worse. As a weight lifter, I eat a pretty controlled diet, including lots of protein. Is there any supplement or treatment that would make my nails less unsightly? Thanks very much.
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Hello.Isotretiniona is a drug with significants sides effects that should only be used in some skin pathologies (for example resistant Acne)with strict medical supervision.To treat weak nails are other drugs safer as Biotin.
Please,consult your doctor for prescription.
I wish you good health.
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What Are The Uses And Side Effects Of Accutane?

Hello.Isotretiniona is a drug with significants sides effects that should only be used in some skin pathologies (for example resistant Acne)with strict medical supervision.To treat weak nails are other drugs safer as Biotin. Please,consult your doctor for prescription. I wish you good health. (if the answer has helped you,please indicate this).