Tuesday, 6 September 2011

Accutane, An Only Approved Anti-Acne Drug

Acne is a major concern for teenagers when they enter into puberty. For girls it is of great beauty concern. Although acne is usually experienced in puberty, it is seen in later age after puberty too. In young adults acne is caused by hormonal changes and in others it is because of bacteria.

So far Accutane (Isotretinoin) is only FDA approved medicine to treat Acne. However, Accutane is indicated for severe types of Acne. For general Acne Benzoil Peroxide is most effective.

Lets get to know Accutane today.

Accutane: It belongs to Anti-acne drug class.


Accutane Generic: Isotretinoin is Generic Accutane.
There are several types of acne. Accutane is used to treat Severe and most painful type of acne known as Cystic Acne.


Food and Drug Interactions of Accutane

Combining with alcohol may increase the risk of high triglyceride levels.

Combining with Vitamin A may increase side effects.

The drug may decrease the levels of carbamazeptine in the blood. Should be taken with food with the exception of food that contains large amounts of vitamin A (retinol or carotene).

Accutane side effects

Accutane has rare instances of side effects- side effects of which some are serious and some normal. Normal side effects are Nausea, vomiting, stomach problems, abdominal pain, nosebleedings, urinary problems, pains, blurred vision, higher triglyceride levels, higher cholesterol, lower good cholesterol, etc.

Stop Taking Accutane if you feel....

Hair loss, severe gastrointestinal inflammations and bleedings, depression, psychosis, herpes simplex, suicidal tendencies, etc.

In 25 percent the drug may create high triglyceride levels.

In 6 percent the drug may create high cholesterol.

In 15 percent the drug reduces the good cholesterol.

The drug may increase pressure in the brain.

The drug is harmful to fetus; should not be taken during pregnancy.

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