Accutane-Info

salinajettly00 · Joined: 26 Jul 2007 Posts: 2

Accutane is a retinoid medication, related chemically to Vitamin A. It reduces the amount of oil that is released by the skin, and increases the rate at which skin renews.

What I should know about Accutane?
* Accutane is used to treat severe cystic acne that refuses to responded to other forms of treatment, including antibiotics.
* Accutane can cause serious side effects. Discuss the severity of you acne and the possible effects on your health before considering using accutane as acne treatment.
* You will be required to read and sign a form indicating that you understand the risks associated with Accutane.
* You should not use laser/wax hair removing or dermabrasion while using accutane. This may promote
* Do not take Accutane if you are pregnant or if you may become pregnant during treatment or for one month after taking Accutane. Accutane is known to cause severe birth defects in an unborn baby.
* Patients have experienced depression (including feelings of sadness, irritability, unusual tiredness, trouble concentrating, and loss of appetite) and suicidal thoughts and/or behavior during, and after stopping, treatment with Accutane.
* You must not take vitamin supplements during a course of accutane as it may increase the risk of side effects.
* You may not donate blood during or for one month after taking a course of accutane.
* Accutane cause miscarriage, premature birth, or death of the baby.