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Dear Pharmacist: Zap zits without drugs

Natural remedies may help clear up acne.

Photo credit: IStock | Natural remedies may help clear up acne.

Dear Pharmacist: My teenage son's dermatologist suggested Accutane (isotretinoin) for acne. I looked it up on the Internet and it scared me. Can you suggest some alternatives? -- B.A., Orlando, Fla.

 

Any teenager dealing with acne has my compassion. It's such a difficult age, when they're trying so desperately to be attractive to peers. Your reservations about isotretinoin are spot-on....

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