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Accutane Information - Product "Roaccutane" (same)
 Isotretinoin
(Accutane) is a powerful drug used in the treatment of acne. Four
to five months of treatment usually leads to clearing
of acne for one year or more after accutane is stopped. Most
other acne controlling medicines are antibacterial agents, which
are only effective if the medicine is used daily.
Accutane works by altering DNA transcription. This
decreases the size and output of sebaceous glands. It also makes
the cells that are sloughed off into the sebaceous glands less
sticky, and therefore
reducing the ability to form blackheads and whiteheads. It also reduces
the bacteria counts in the sebaceous gland and on the skins surface.
 The most common Accutane dosing regimen involves
starting with a low dose, then increasing after several
weeks. Treatment length varies but is typically for 16 to 20 weeks.
Some individuals notice that their acne worsens before improving
after beginning Accutane. The lesions may become redder and more
painful, but seldom increase in number. This is normal and lasts
only a short while and should not be the cause to stop treatment
with Accutane.
When the treatment is ended the beneficial effects of Accutane
do not end.
An improvement of scarring and further reduction of acne lesions
is seen for months after treatment is ended. Another beneficial
affect of Accutane is that after a course of the drug, the
skin usually responds better
to conventional acne therapy.
 Accutane Side Effects :
Because Accutane can cause severe birth defects, including
mental retardation and physical malformations; a woman must not
become pregnant while taking it. If you accidentally become
pregnant while on Accutane, you should immediately
consult your doctor.
More common Accutane side effects may include:
Conjunctivitis (pinkeye), dry or fragile skin, dry or cracked
lips, dry mouth, dry nose, itching, joint pains and nosebleeds.
Less common side effects may include:
Bowel inflammation and pain, chest pain, decreased night vision,
decreased tolerance to contact lenses, delay in wound healing,
depression, fatigue, headache, nausea, peeling palms or soles,
rash, skin infections, stomach and intestinal discomfort, sunburn-sensitive
skin, thinning hair, urinary discomfort, vision problems and
vomiting are all possible side effects of accutane.
The Approved Cures 'Take' on Accutane
Although Accutane may offer the necessary power to
provide positive results, it also has a great many negative effects
that may or may not be present. This medication is not to be
taken lightly and you should have the recommendation from a doctor
that knows your past medical history before you begin to take
accutane.
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