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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR ACCUTANE | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | for my acne | - tired -brain fog -stomach bloat -easily aggitated -nauseous/motion sickness -out of breath -back and joint pain (hips and elbows) - swollen glands -worsened eye sight -skin easily cuts -dry lips and skin | month 1 - 20mg month 2 -40mg month 3 -40 mg month 4 -60mg month 5 -60mg month 6 - 70mg month 7 - 70 mg month 8 -70 mg | F | 22 | 8 months 70 1X day | 8/23/2020 | 5 | Severe Acne | Dryness of Vagina, Lips dry, heel pains and knees Low libido, mood swings,dry eyes and watery nose | It work wonders . Clears the skin properly | F | 32 | 0 days 2xD | 1/5/2020 | 5 | Severe Cystic Acne | I am now 10 days into my 2nd Accurane theory session. The first ended 9 years ago. I must say that in the last 9 yrs I didn't break out much until real recently which is why I'm on Accutane again. It cleared my face up like magic. I didn't the initial flare up I have been reading about back then. However this session I am badly. Nodules on my neck and under my chin. I am actually going tomorrow to get injections of Cortisone in an attempt to cure these nodules that only recently appeared. Other than dry lips I've had never side effects, just carry chap stick. I recently read about people saying they have sexual issues on the medication then manta yrs after stopping it; I myself have never experience such a thing. My sex life is very healthy and consistent. I plan to do it a 3rd time if need be. It is the acne magic pill! | F | 31 | 10 days 60 mg | 1/26/2015 | 5 | moderate - persistent acne. | Dry lips, dry skin, dry hair (bonus), loss of hearing in left ear, lower back pain. | After struggling with acne for 6 years I was referred to derm. I am only one month into my treatment and the results have been AMAZING. The first two weeks were bad: my skin flared up really bad and was scarlet red and felt like my skin was burning. I currently only have two cysts- one on each cheek. My skin is soo soft. All my blackheads have vanished already. I have my derm appointment tomorrow and I cannot wait! Definitely worth the side effects in my opinion. I feel much more confident and happy within myself already. | F | 25 | 1 months 30 | 2/14/2015 | 5 | Severe acne | Extremely dry lips and skin, itchy rash on arms, | Im on my fourth month and all black heads and pimples have dissapeared! Makes me feel so good.. worth th side effects. | F | 22 | 4 months | 3/4/2015 | 5 | Cystic acne | I've had some of the normal stuff , peeling , redness, lips peeling . Dry mouth ...and I've had severe nausea . Like feeling like I'm gunna throw up ... And it lasts all day long | I am on my 3rd week of taking accutane , and I have noticed some improvements of my skin , but the nausea is really getting on my nerves because anti nausea medicine doesn't help it . | F | 15 | 3 weeks 40 mg | 4/8/2015 | 5 | Bad acne on face and back | Dry lips, dry skin, nose bleed, scratched quite easily and a bit of muscle ache | Absolutely thankful I had this, 6 months after finishing the treatment and not a single spot in sight, really happy and impressed. I wanted to give up around 2/3month but don't it gets to work around the last month and it all pays off really good | F | 15 | 6 months 20 | 4/3/2015 | 5 | Acne | When I was on treatment before I can't really remember if I had side affects but I do remember having some days were it felt like everything just wasn't going right and I would cry but sure we have them days anyway! Oh yes dry skin which is the first side affect to notice and your acne may get worst b4 better but that just shows the treatment is working :) | It's my first day of treatment and I can't wait for the end result as I was on these before they REALLY! Do work why has my acne come back I don't know but hopefully this will be the last time on treatment so ill keep posted on my journey to clear skin :) | F | 27 | 1 days 30mg | 3/31/2015 | 5 | Acne on lower face | I've only been on it a little less than a week and so far just have really dry skin mainly on my face and dry lips. However I am pretty clear with only one or two pimples but they're almost gone. And also have experienced some redness on my face and chest. But other than that I am pretty satisfied so far. | F | 30 | 5 days 20mg | 12/8/2015 | 5 | SUDDEN ADULT ACNE | Dry lips | It caused depression in my second month however I was determined to proceed, as I heard how good the drug is. I started practicing Bikram Yoga which helped all round. 6 months into my treatment I have flawless skin again I have lost weight, I have learnt to control my diet, and have as much water as I can. It has really boosted my confidence and made me feel awesome. | F | 32 | 6 months 50MG 1X day | 12/9/2015 | 5 | Mad flare ups of acne on face | Cracked lips that sometimes bleed there that sore, red eyes that burn (my eyes are usually crystal clear white) dried my eyes out had to start wearing glasses for work instead of my contacts, rash on hands & arms, mood swings, lack of concentration big time! Also I'm bubbly, I don't seem to be myself I'm not as bubbly as I usually am I'm a lot more mellow...almost dull & boring at times, easily confused. Lethargic I haven't been to the gym & I went every wk prior to these tablets. & recently I'd say a week or so I've had bad joint ache in my ankle. My periods have been mega heavy since taking this drug my dermatologist said its not related?? Headaches, nose bleeds, skin peeling, dry nose | Ok I'm 34, still currently taking this. I tried everything prior to this drug it's been the last resort. My acne is not as sever as other people but it was bad enough to make me unhappy as when I'd get a flare up the spots would all come at once & were huge & sore & red. I've always used body shop concealer pencil to cover my spots it's the best product I've ever used for my skin. Anyway I'd say take photos whilst your on this drug so you can see how far you've come in stages with this drug. The first week on it, I definitely wasn't me, I was mega irritable. My skin started to peel at first (like when you've been sunburnt & your skins peeling off) my spots started to improve within a couple of days I was well happy. Then they started to get worse. If any of you want to email me you can I will send you pics of what my skin looked like & what it looks like now. Anyway a week into it my skin was awful red & sore & mega sensitive I had to stop using my usual cleanser it was too harsh. I started to get headaches persistently for a long time (which I don't seem to be having problems with at this stage now) I found peppermint tea helped with headaches also my mood swings oh & also vasaline is best for your lips! Put a huge amount on just as you get into bed, your lips will look normal in the morning. Always carry a Chapstick in your bag & always use eyedrops! I'm really hoping my red eyes go that's one thing I worry about. I know a couple of peop | F | 34 | 4 months 40mg | 1/22/2016 | 5 | Acne | -Dry lips - Dry face -my hair started to thin my last month of treatment. | Taking Accutane/Isotretinoin was the Best Decision I made! I had Moderate acne and very oily skin and now my Face, back, and chest are Clear! I took it for 5 & 1/2 months, did not see a Dr and bought it off the internet. The Depo shot was my Birth control while taking it. I figured out my own dosage by how much I weighted and I started with 20 mg a day just to get used to it. Then went to 40 mg a day after a month. Then I finished my last 3 months with 60 mg a day, which was the correct dosage for my weight. 130 pounds. I avoided taking Vitamin A and drank plenty of water to help hydrate my skin. The best money I spent as well, compared to the years I spent trying everything else. I was tired of my acne killing my self-esteem, always covering up my chest and back, ashamed to take pictures. I know that depression is a potential symptom, but Taking Isotretinoin brought me nothing but happiness! I started seeing results in the first month. My pores shrank and my oily face and hair dramatically changed too. I have been off the medicine for a month and a half now still No acne at all, like not even one! My hair is back to normal now too, not as oily as it used to be. Overall I would strongly recommend it! But of course do a lot of research to see if it's right for you. But it is possible to take without a Dr. or dermatologist and without taking all the pregnancy & blood tests. Anyway hope this was helpful. Best of luck getting acne free! :D | F | 24 | 5 months 30 mg 2X day | 8/26/2016 | 5 | Severe Cystic Acne | Dry lips, bloody nose, extreme pain in my rib cage, severe night sweats (although that wasn't until month 4), rectal bleeding, hemroids, sweaty palms, eczema on the tops of my hands and my forearms, and slightly dry skin. It was all worth it though. I'd had acne for ten years, (since age 12) with nothing ever succeeding in clearing it up. With Accutane, my acne cleared up completely in month 2. Side effects were scary when I didn't know exactly what was happening, and they were inconvenient, but Accutane was my only hope and it changed my life for the better. | F | 22 | 4 months 30MG | 6/19/2014 | 5 | Acne on face, back and chest | Thumb nail split right down the centre from top to bottom. Skin on my arms and legs got thin. | I am 33, took the drug when I was 18. Although it completely cured my acne and made me a much happier person, I am now still suffering from side effects. The nail on my thumb still sometimes splits lengthways, although very rarely and it isn't really an issue, just looks horrid. But my main problem now is my skin on my arms and particularly my legs is so thin that I just scratch an itch and I draw blood. My legs look absolutely awful, so I tend to keep them covered. Which I suppose is better than having to cover my face and not being able to wear strappy tops etc. | F | 33 | 4 months 1X day | 7/11/2014 | 5 | severe acne | dry skin everywhere, thinning of hair, extremely chapped lips, facial flushing. | I absolutely loved taking accutane. It made me feel so much better about myself just 2 months into treatment. i recently got pregnant and my skin broke out terrible and it looks just like it does before accutane. I plan on going on a second course of accutane after i have my baby. this is truly a miracle drug. The side effects are worth it when you have clear skin in the end. The only pain about being on this drug is how expensive it is, and the fact that you need monthly drug tests. i can't wait to go on this drug again and clear my skin back up. | F | 20 | 5 months 40mg daily 1X day | 9/3/2014 | 5 | Mild acne | A bit of redness, dryness, chapped lips, bachake, and peely skin. | This isn't for everyone, so do your research, ESPECIALLY if you're a woman. If you take any other meds, just go look up if it reacts with the other in a negative way. It's cleared me up great, only took about a month. | F | 19 | 5 months 40 1X day | 10/29/2014 | 5 | severe acne | Very dry lips and nose over all very dry Skin.full body itching dry couch ,mouth ulcers .mood swings.sore back. | My 3rd time taking the medication this time side affects seem worse,but worth every minute of discomfort. As it truly is an amazing drug for acne,acne wasted so many years of mg life hidding a way or covering it up as good as i could with expensive makeup.knocked my confidence.however still not perfect but so much better and happier.so plzzzzz stick with it . | F | 28 | 5 days 40 mg 1X day | 3/26/2013 | 5 | Severe Acne | Dry cracked lips, very dry face | Accutane is a God send. It cured my severe acne in 4 months after trying EVERYTHING for 3 years. | F | 4 months 40MG 1X day | 4/6/2014 | 5 | Yes | This is my 2nd round. I took it over 15 years ago. horrible cystic acne from the deprovera (sp) shot. It cleared my skin. Dry lips and joint pain. However I had a baby and my acne came back but not as bad. This time- bloody nose and very dry lips..my lips are grey. | Beauty know no pain. If you have tried everything and nothing has worked..give it a try. | F | 37 | 10 days 20 1X day | 5/20/2014 | 5 | severe acne | dry skin, lips, nose; small rash on the back of my hands | Wow! This drug has helped me a lot. I have been taking accutane for about a month and within the 2nd week I noticed an improvement in my skin. I am still taking this drug and everyday my face has cleared up more. Yes it does make your whole body dry you will need lots of chapstick. I reccomend aquaphor. Recently I have noticed a small rash with little red bumps on the back of my hand. This is a common side effect and these bumps go away with mosturizing lotion. I reccommend using this drug if your acne is affecting you life. I have a lot more confidence because my skin is clearer and it will continue to improve. Thank you accutane!!! | F | 16 | 1 months | 10/7/2009 |