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I have been witnessing acne breakout along with irregular periods and have been advised Yasmin tablet for 24 days.
My query is I have not started with yasmin as my periods is due to come.
However my acne is causing me grt trouble.can I start with isotroin tablets for acne along with yasmin?
Or yasmin has anything to do with acne treatment?
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Yashmin has apparently no direct action in acne management
However it’s hormonal action may be helpful
Follow your treating doctor advice
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Medication under prescription is advisable
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Isotretinoin tablets are for severe acne , there are creams available. Better apply creams under prescription those are safe.
Can consult me privately and share pictures of acne then can help you better
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Dr. Dyuti Navadia
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
5 yrs exp
Pune
Yasmin stabilises the hormonal imbalance, and thus reduces acne problem, but it needs time
If you want you can start with retinoids
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