Accutane, also popularly known by its generic name as isotretinoin, is a derivative of vitamin A used as an effective treatment for severe acne. This medication works by reducing the amount of oil secreted by the oil glands in your skin. It also quickens the renewal of the skin itself.
Accutane is prescribed when all other medicines and methods do not prove to be working or improving the symptoms of severe acne. And since Accutane has been already widely used by a variety of people, its efficiency in treating severe acne has been undisputed.

Precautions Regarding Accutane
However, Accutane may not be safe for everyone. It is not advisable for persons who suffer from allergic reactions from isotretinoin or parabens to take the medication. Pregnant women and those who plan to become one are also discouraged to take Accutane since it has been found that thew medication may cause life threatening effects towards an unborn baby. Having certain health conditions may also entail you to undergo several tests or doses readjustments. Those who have had a history of depression or mental illnesses including those who have been suffering from heart diseases, high cholesterol, bone disorders like osteoporosis, diabetes, asthma, liver diseases, or eating disorders are the ones who need to take the health tests before it can be safely declared that Accutane can be safe for consumption by these persons.

Side Effects Of Accutane Use
The use of Accutane ensures the improvement of acne symptoms, however, with every dose of the medication, side effects are also most likely to occur. If you develop any of the signs of allergic reaction from the medication then immediately inform your doctor at once, these reactions include: hives; difficulty in breathing; and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
The less serious side effects that occur most commonly among the users of the treatment are: joint pain, back pain; dryness of the mouth, lips, nose, and skin; feeling of dizziness, drowsiness, or nervousness; and cracking or peeling of the skin accompanied by itching, skin rash, and unusual changes in the fingernails and toenails.
And if any of the serious side effects come up, call your doctor immediately, seek medical attention to prevent any further complications. These more serious side effects includes but are not limited to: sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body; hearing problems, hearing loss, or ringing in your ears; severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate; fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, purple spots under your skin, easy bruising or bleeding; severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; joint stiffness, bone pain or fracture; loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); and depressed mood, trouble concentrating, sleep problems, crying spells, aggression or agitation, changes in behavior, hallucinations, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself.