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Accutane |
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- Description - |
Accutane, a chemical cousin of vitamin A, is prescribed for the treatment ofsevere, disfiguring cystic acne that has not cleared up in response to mildermedications such as antibiotics. It works on the oil glands within the skin,shrinking them and diminishing their output. You take Accutane by mouthevery day for several months, then stop. The antiacne effect can last evenafter you have finished your course of medication.
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Abnormal hair growth or loss,allergic reaction,bleeding gums,blood in urine,bowel inflammation and pain,bruising,changes in blood sugar or cholesterol levels,changes in skin pigmentation,chest pain,decreased night vision,decreased tolerance to contact lenses,delay in wound healing,depression,difficulty sleeping,dizziness,drowsiness,dry or fragile skin,dry or cracked lips,dry mouth,dry nose,fatigue,flushing,headache,hearing problems,heartbeat irregularities,herpes,itching,joint pain,liver disorders,menstrual changes,nail disorders,nausea,nervousness,nosebleeds,peeling palms or soles,pinkeye,rash,skin infections,stomach and intestinal discomfort,stroke,sudden drop in blood pressure (causing unconsciousness),sunburn-sensitive skin,suppression of growth,sweating,swelling due to fluid retention,tendon and ligament problems,urinary discomfort,vision problems,vomiting,weakness,weight loss |
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Roche Laboratories |
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340 Kingsland Street |
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Nutley, NJ 07110 |
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USA |
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