Accutane Information

Accutane is prescribed to treat severe nodular acne when no other acne treatment has worked including various antibiotics. It is used conservatively as it has some very serious side effects.

Your doctor will discuss with you the benefits and side effects before a decision is made to proceed with this medicine. It is important to understand the risks of taking Accutane.

Accutane can cause serious birth defects, miscarriages and premature births so there is no way it will be prescribed if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

Other side effects include serious brain problems as this medicine can increase the pressure on your brain, your internal organs run the risk of getting damaged, hearing problems might develop and there can be some pain in joints, muscles and ligaments.

If you are considering this treatment, make sure you find as much Accutane information as you can before making your final decision. Many have found it beneficial however, and can deal with the common side effects such as dry lips.

Visit the Acne Treatment Results page to review any feedback left by others who either have experience with it, or can provide more Accutane information.