I've been on Isotane20 for about ten days now, and I've noticed my lips have been really dry and scaly for the past month and a half. Could this be because of the Isotane20? I'm wondering if I should keep taking it or if it's better to stop. What do you think?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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Stop taking the medication.U can use Melalumin lightenerSPF 15 10gms for local application for 7 days and also tab allegra 120 mg bedtime orally for 5 days is advised to the patient.

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Dont worry they would getf aded with time,and there many successful treatment modalitites visit dermatologist for the same

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