Accutane

Accutane (isotretinoin) is a highly-efficient medication intended for the treatment of most severe forms of acne that did not respond to other methods of treatment attempted. Accutane can be very harmful to an unborn baby. This medicine has been reported to cause life-threatening health effects in children whose mothers took Accutane. Therefore, you will be required to use two reliable forms of birth control to avoid pregnancy. Every woman intend to use Accutane is supposed to have a negative pregnancy test a month before starting the treatment and on the day of starting to use Accutane. You must use contraception methods recommended by your doctor during one month before the treatment, during the treatment and a month after the treatment is over. Make sure you avoid donating blood while using Accutane and 30 days after the last dose. The prescription you will be given must be filled in within 7 days from the moment you received it. In most cases you will be prescribed a one-month supply of Accutane. Tell your doctor if you have a family history of diabetes, heart disease, depression, liver disease, or asthma, as these medical conditions have been reported to interfere with the success of you treatment. Any drugs you are using must be reported before you start taking Accutane, especially any of the following ones: oxytetracycline, vitamin A supplements, doxycycline, phenytoin, prednisone, tetracycline, minocycline, demeclocycline, dexamethasone, or methylprednisolone. This drug comes as a capsule for oral administration. It is supposed to be taken twice a day with meals unless otherwise directed by your health care provider. Never use more of Accutane than directed, as dangerous overdose symptoms are possible, such as flushing, vomiting, dizziness, stomach pain, loss of coordination, headache, and severely chapped lips. Seek emergency medical help if you have taken too much of this medicine – either intentionally or on purpose. Make sure you report any serious side effects to your doctor. In most cases, however, mild side effects are a lot more likely. They can include some or any of the following: sweating, peeling skin, changes in skin color, dry skin, eyes, mouth, or nose, bleeding, fainting, hair loss, swollen gums, flushing, cracked, and sore lips, voice changes, tiredness, unwanted hair growth, and cold symptoms. If you develop any other reactions – make sure to report them as well.