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Accutane Side Effects - You May be Putting Yourself at Risk

Users of Accutane should be aware of the many side effects that the drug has been known to cause. These side effects might be gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, endocrinal, hematological, musculoskeletal, neurological, psychological, respiratory, and/or reproductive.

Anyone suffering from a severe Accutane side effect needs the experienced legal help of a Weitz & Luxenberg attorney. All case evaluations are free. Fill out this simple form for a quick response to your Accutane concerns.

Accutane Severe side effects:
Teratogenic (Severe birth defects)

Accutane Cardiovascular Side Effects:
Tachycardia, Stroke, Vascular Thrombotic Disease.

depression, psychosis, aggression, violent behaviors, emotional instability.

Gastrointestinal Accutane Side Effects:
inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis, pancreatitis, bleeding and inflammation of the gums, colitis, esophagitis/esophageal ulceration, ileitis, nausea.

Accutane Ear, nose, and throat Side Effects:
hearing impairment, Tinnitus.

Endocrinal Accutane Side Effects:
hypertriglyceridemia

Eye Accutane Side Effects:
corneal opacities, decreased night vision, color vision disorder, cataracts, conjunctivitis, dry eyes, eyelid inflammation, keratitis, photophobia, optic neuritis, visual disturbances.

Hematological Accutane Side Effects:
allergic reactions, nemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis.

Musculoskeletal Accutane Side Effects:
skeletal hyperostosis, calcification of tendons and ligaments, decreases in bone mineral density, premature epiphyseal closure, arthritis, tendonitis, rhabdomyolysis

Accutane Neurological Side Effects:
pseudotumor cerebri, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, insomnia, lethargy, malaise, nervousness, paresthesias, seizures, stroke, syncope, weakness.

Respiratory Accutane Side Effects:
bronchospasms, respiratory infection, voice alteration

Skin Accutane Side Effects:
acne fulminans, alopecia, bruising, cheilitis, dry mouth, drynose, dry skin, epistaxis, eruptive xanthomas, flushing, fragility of skin, hair abnormalities, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, hirsutism, infections, paronychia, peeling of palms and soles, nail dystrophy, photoallergic/photosensitizing reactions, pruritus, pyogenic granuloma, rash, sunburn susceptibility increased, sweating, vasculitis, urticaria, abnormal wound healing.

Urogenital and reproductive Accutane Side Effects:
abnormal menses

In addition, the following side effects can persist, even after discontinuing therapy:

  • Alocepia (Hair Loss)
  • Arthralgias
  • Decreased night vision

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    On what date did you start taking Accutane?
    Why did you stop taking Accutane?
    Did you tell your doctor that you may have been injured by Accutane?Yes
    No
    If yes, what was the date and what did your doctor say?
    When did you first think Accutane was harming you? (please provide a date and explanation)
    While taking Accutane, did you take Vitamin A or another multi-vitamin containing Vitamin A?Yes
    No
    I don't know
    Since starting Accutane, have you suffered from any of the following: Birth Defect
    Miscarriage
    Gastrointestinal Problems
    Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Rectal Bleeding
    Depression
    Thoughts of Suicide
    Attempted Suicide
    Death by Suicide of Accutane User
    Pancreatitis
    Kidney Problems
    Chron's Disease
    Colitis
    Ulcerative Colitis
    Thyroid Disorder
    Autoimmune Disorder
    Liver Problems
    Premature Closure of Growth Plates
    Joint Pain
    Bone Problems
    Heart Problems
    If other, please describe:
    Since taking Accutane, have you been diagnosed with any of the above?Yes
    No
    If yes, what date(s) were you diagnosed, and what treatment did you receive?
    Did you tell a doctor about your injury or injuries?Yes
    No
    Do you still suffer from any of the above?Yes
    No
    If you suffered from depression, did you consult a mental heath professional?Yes
    No
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