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Information on a Lawsuit Against the Harmful Acne Medication Accutane

On this page you can find valuable information regarding your options for an Accutane lawsuit.

Patients who used Accutane believed the drug would improve their appearances by clearing up their troubles with acne.

Many users of the oral medication, however, did not know that the drug could lead to an array of dangerous side effects, including birth defects, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.

Many of the frequent side effects associated with Accutane are gastrointestinal. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the gastrointestinal adverse reactions include the following: "…inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, hepatitis, nausea, bleeding and inflammation of the gums, colitis, ileitis, and other nonspecific gastrointestinal symptoms."

A lawsuit can help you get compensation for the suffering and injuries you have endured from taking Accutane.

If you developed any severe side effects after taking Accutane, an experienced Weitz & Luxenberg attorney can help you fight back against the manufacturer. To get the process started, simply fill out the form below.

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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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