We only wanted to show this article to demonstrate that even though the dangers of accutane have been clearly documented with growing lawsuits and evidence of suicide deaths, there are some doctors and dermatologists whom are still prescribing this drug under the generic name Isotretinoin to treat acne and acne rosacea. We find this irresponsible given the harmful side effects. There are much more effective and safer ways to treat severe acne conditions without having to result to using this drug.
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects adults. Although it may make you feel self-conscious, you are not the only one to deal with rosacea. Even Bill Clinton and Princess Diana have battled with the condition.
Isotretinoin may be used in severe cases of inflammatory rosacea where other medications fail. Isotretinoin – which is sold under the brand names Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis, and Sotret – is usually prescribed to patients with severe acne. This drug works by stopping the production of oil from glands in the skin.
Although isotretinoin may reduce skin sores, it can lead to some serious side effects. Patients who are taking this drug need to be watched closely by their dermatologist because of the possibility of depression, suicide, bone pain, joint pain, skin infection, and rash. Isotretinoin also can cause birth defects. As such, if you plan on getting pregnant or already are pregnant, then you should stop taking this drug immediately.
It amazes me even to this day, that dermatologists and doctors are still prescribing this horrendous drug, which says to me they are more interested in the cash than they are of the safety and well being of their patients. Have you used this drug yourself? what did you experience? did it work for you? what are your thoughts on this? We would love to read your comments on this as always.
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Different things cause acne for different people. A couple of the recognized causes of acne can be heredity, hormonal activity puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, stress, certain medications, and skin irritation. Every one of those things listed before are acne causing agents and can even make the problem worse.
I don’t know why…