Accutane (isotretinoin) is a form of vitamin A that works by reducing the amount of oil released by oil glands located in your skin. It is used to treat severe cases of nodular acne in patients who did not respond to other, less radical remedies. Before you will be able to take Accutane you may be required to get involved into the iPLEDGE program aimed at preventing women from getting pregnant while taking this drug. Before you start taking this medicine make sure your doctor knows about any medical conditions you have or used to have including any allergies (especially to isotretinoin), a history of suicidal thoughts running in the family, depression, mental illness, osteoporosis, asthma, high triglycerides, heart or liver disease or conditions that affect your bones.
Isotretinoin has been reported to make your bones weaker. You need to avoid any activities that may result in bone fractures or other injuries. Call your health care provider immediately if you experience dizziness, vomiting, blurred vision, seizures, stomach pain, upset stomach, rectal bleeding, yellowing of the skin, rash fever, trouble breathing and a number of other symptoms. Symptoms of an overdose include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, flushing, vomiting, severe chapped lips and stomach pain.
Brand names: Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis, Sotret, Accutane Roche, Amnesteem (Mylan), Claravis (Barr), Decutan (Actavis), Isotane (Pacific Pharmaceuticals), Sotret (Ranbaxy), Oratane (Genepharm Australasia) or Roaccutane (Roche), Izotek
Generic names: Isotretinoin
