The drug Accutane (Roaccutane or isotretinoin) is almost miraculous to treat acne. Even the most severe acne heals.
Severe acne is difficult to control, but thanks to the controversial Accutane can be done.
The number of people affected by acne is not small, it is estimated that 17 million people in USA suffer and 7 out of 10 suffer some form of teenage acne.
The definitive treatment to cure acne
In severe cases of acne usually have resisted other treatments such as antibiotics, birth control pills, creams etc. the option of taking Accutane (Roaccutane). This eliminates the acne medication for long periods of time and sometimes forever.
The drug is a form of vitamin A and to take no precautions because it can cause health problems. Drugs should be prescribed only by dermatologists.
There are creams with the same drug but this article is about the pills are more effective.
Side effects and risks of Accutane
Although nearly 100% effective the severity of their side effects make it suitable for everyone.
Common risks:
1 – The greatest risk is in the case of pregnancy. It can cause malformations to the fetus. For this reason during treatment or totally celibate or take two forms of contraception.
2 – Can cause liver damage if not monitored. For this reason during treatment requires medical surveillance.
3 – It is suspected that can cause depression and even suicidal tendencies in rare cases. This is not a common side effect but has been drug-related suicides.
4 – Produces extreme dryness (very uncomfortable) throughout the body. Is it most common side effect and inevitable.
With all the controversy surrounding Accutane is very popular because their results in cases of acne where all else has failed is almost miraculous.
