Accutane
· Trade Name
Accutane
· Generic Name
Isotretinoin
· Drug Class
Acne medication
· How It Works
Medication reduces sebum secretion
· Serious Side Effects
pancreatitis
liver toxicity
depression
pseudotumor cerebri
osteopenia
osteoporosis
stroke
seizures
anaphylaxis
hypersensitivity vasculitis
major birth defects
violent behavior/aggression
psychosis
suicidal ideation (thinking of suicide)
suicide attempts
hearing impairment
cataracts
premature closure of bone growth plates
neutropenia
rhabdomyolysis
agranulocytosis
inflammatory bowel disease
vascular thrombosis
· Common Side Effects
dry skin
skin fragility
itching
bloody nose
dry mucous membranes
conjunctivitis
photosensitivity
joint pain
muscle pain
high blood triglyceride levels
peeling skin on palms and soles
hair thinning/loss
nail changes
elevated liver transaminases
contact lens intolerance
decreased night vision
visual disturbances
depression
tinnitus
cheilitis
back pain
Posted on February 9, 2009
