Accutane: A summary of side effects

Acne is a condition that can affect people to varying levels, and there are some people that suffer from mild acne that can be treated relatively easily. However, there are others that suffer from a more severe form of acne known as nodular or cystic acne, which can be extremely debilitating and very painful.

For those that suffer from this more severe form of acne, treatment can be far more difficult, as many people struggle to find a treatment that provides any relief from their symptoms. Accutane is a medication that is often used by those that have tried other medicines and had no luck with them in terms of treating their severe acne. Whilst this medication can be very effective in the treatment of this condition there are many side effects that have to be considered.

Summary of milder Accutane side effects

Some of the milder side effects that users may experience with Accutane include:

• Rashes
• Dry mouth
• Itching
• Feeling drowsy
• Peeling of skin
• Back pain
• Pain in joints

Summary of more serious Accutane side effects

Some of the more serious side effects that are associated with the use of Accutane include:

• Blurring of vision
• Problems with appetite
• Sleeping problems
• Problems with nerves
• Feeling of aggression
• Depression
• Seizures
• Blistering of the skin
• Hearing issues
• Numbness
• Ringing in the ears
• Psychological issues

It is also important to remember that whilst there are many potential side effects not all users of Accutane will be affected by all or even any of these issues.