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• Accutane is used to treat severe, disfiguring nodular acne that has not been helped by other treatments, such as antibiotics. It's also used to treat harlequin ichthyosis, a sometimes fatal congenital skin defect. While the mechanism of action is not understood, it does seem to involve DNA transcription. The results of this are reduced sebum production and shrunken sebaceous glands, which stabilizes keratinization. RxList: Accutane

• Fast Facts

  1. Generic name: Isotretinoin RxList: Accutane
  2. Brand names: Accutane, Claravis, Amnesteem, Decutan RxList: Accutane
  3. Derived from Vitamin A
  4. Molecular weight: 300.44 g/mol
  5. Route: Oral or topical RxList: Accutane

• Uses

  • Acne
  • Harlequin ichthyosis
  • Skin cancer

• Common Side Effects

  • Bone/joint pain
  • Eye irritation
  • Nosebleed
  • Lip irritation
  • Rash/skin infections

• Warnings

  In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration has publicized a number of warnings in regards to Accutane. Accutane may cause suicidal thoughts or actions. Patients are advised to be monitored closely for depression symptoms, while undergoing Accutane treatment. Additionally, it is important that patients taking Accutane do not become pregnant. Accutane can cause serious birth defects, miscarriage, premature birth, or death of the fetus. Finally, Accutane may cause degenerative conditions such as muscular dystrophy to accelerate or worsen, and should not be taken in the presence of them. FDA: Isotretinoin (marketed as Accutane) Capsule Information

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Accutane.

• Related Mahalo Pages

  Acne | Rosacea | Harlequin Ichthyosis | Antibiotics | Skin | Rash | Vitamin A | How to Get Rid of Acne | Acne Treatment

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