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Accutane is a medication prescribed to people with severe acne that hasn't resolved after several other acne medications or treatments. Antibiotics are sometimes used for acne, but when that doesn't work, Accutane (isotretinoin) is prescribed by dermatologists or family practitioners. Accutane works by decreasing the production of the substances in the body that contribute to pimples.
Accutane is a pill that is taken twice a day with meals. You cannot take more or less of the medication than is prescribed for you by the doctor. You cannot chew or suck on the capsules and must instead just swallow them. Use a full glass of liquid with each swallow of a pill. The dose may be increased or decreased by the doctor, depending on the results of taking the first doses of Accutane. Expect it to take several weeks or more before the full benefit of Accutane is achieved. Sometimes the acne worsens before it gets better. This is okay and doesn't mean the Accutane isn't going to work.
Before taking Accutane, tell your doctor if you are allergic to isotretinoin, parabens or any other component of an Accutane capsule. Tell your doctor and your pharmacist about any other medications you are taking, including over the counter medications and herbal medications or supplements. Medications to make a particular point of mentioning include oral steroids, tetracycline antibiotics and vitamin A supplements. The dose of your Accutane may need to be adjusted if you are on these medications. Make mention if you or someone in your family has attempted or thought about suicide. Any kind of depression, diabetes, osteoporosis, asthma or high triglycerides should be mentioned as should heart disease or liver disease.
You can't breastfeed while taking Accutane or for a month after you have stopped the medication. You shouldn't expose yourself to sunlight when taking Accutane as it may sensitize your skin. Expect that Accutane might alter your mental health and behavior. Some people who have taken the drug experienced psychotic thoughts or depression and have had violent tendencies. If you experience these things on Accutane, seek medical attention immediately. Your eyes may feel dry on Accutane so be wary of wearing contact lenses while taking the medication. Eye drops may help ameliorate this problem. You may not be able to see in the dark while taking Accutane. Driving in the dark may become impossible or at least very difficult.
You can get scars from waxing your hair, having laser skin treatments or having microdermabrasion if you do these things while taking Accutane. Wait until you have stopped Accutane for at least six months before having any of these skin procedures. Certain bony injuries can occur in those who are physically active in sports and take Accutane. Fractures of the bones are possible.
The side effects of Accutane are many. These include dry skin, nose, eyes or mouth, sore or cracked lips, bleeding from the nose, changes in the color of the skin, skin peeling, slow healing of lesions or cuts, swollen gums, unwanted hair growth, flushing and sweating, voice changes, fatigue or cold-like symptoms.
Serious side effects of Accutane use include blurry vision, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, difficulty speaking, seizures, chest pain, abdominal pain, pain with swallowing, persistent heart burn, bleeding from the rectum, jaundice, hearing problems, muscle weakness, problems seeing, thirstiness, difficulty breathing, frequently urinating, rapid heart rate, fever, rash or swelling of your face or extremities.
Accutane has a high risk of birth defects if taken by women with acne. This is why it is recommended that a woman take two forms of birth control while on Accutane and to stop Accutane immediately when she misses a period. There needs to be several months between taking Accutane and getting pregnant because of the risk of birth defects in pregnant mothers. In addition, you can't donate blood while on Accutane and for a month after stopping the medication. You must start taking the birth control methods at least a month before starting Accutane.
Some people who have taken Accutane have developed the bowel diseases of inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. This was not listed initially as a possible side effect of Accutane and are permanent conditions that cause an increased risk of colon cancer. Seek medical advice if you have rectal bleeding, abdominal pain or chronic diarrhea.