Accutane
Accutane (also known as isotretinoin) is an acne medication manufactured by Roche Pharmaceuticals. Accutane has come under scrutiny by the Food and Drug Administration due to psychiatric side effects, including suicide, depression and other serious conditions. Some studies may also link Accutane to an increased risk of colon cancer.
Accutane is a form of vitamin A. It reduces the amount of oil released by oil glands in your skin, and helps your skin renew itself more quickly.
It is dangerous to try and purchase Accutane on the internet or from vendors outside of the United States. The sale and distribution of Accutane outside of the iPLEDGE program violates the regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the safe use of this medication.
Severe side effects of Accutane include:
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn’s disease
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Severe depression
- Suicidal thoughts
- Birth defects
- Liver damage, with symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss, and jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin)
- Allergic reaction to isotretinoin, resulting in liver disease and other health complications
Accutane can cause severe, life-threatening birth defects if the mother takes the medication during pregnancy. Even one dose of Accutane can cause major birth defects of the baby’s ears, eyes, face, skull, heart, and brain. Never use Accutane if you are pregnant.
If you believe you or a loved one has been injured or suffered a severe side effect from the use of Accutane, you may be entitled to compensation. A free consultation is available with a defective drug attorney at Messa & Associates at 1 877 MESSALAW. Our team of attorneys has the experience specific to complications associated with prescription medications. Not only can they give you the legal guidance you need; they can help you get the compensation you deserve.
