Also, please take into account the following important information about Accutane and side effects:

Any tasks that need a lot of attention like driving should not be done till you know how do you react on medicine. You cannot be blood donor while you take it for at least a month after the procedure. Do not mix Accutane and alcohol. In the beginning of therapy acne conditions may become worse, but it does not mean that you should stop taking medicine. Any cosmetic procedures that smooth your skin must be delayed for at least half a year after you stop taking Accutane as the medicine makes skin predisposed to scar formation, this being one of long term effects of Accutane. Your skin may become sensitive to the sun effects while taking Accutane. Do not tan on sun or under sun lamps before you know your reaction to it. To protect your skin wear a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must stay on sun for a long time. If you plan any intensive sport or other physical activity, tell your doctor about it.

Medicine can be dangerous for your pregnancy, use effective protection, starting one month before and till one month after you take Accutane. Contraceptive pills that do not contain estrogen may be ineffective while you take Accutane. If you have risk of diabetes, check your blood level often, because Accutane may change it. You may need to adjust you medicine dose.

Possible side effects of Accutane may also include increasing hair growth and skin sensations, gums problems, menstruation changes, dry or chapped lips or skin, inconvenience while wearing  contact lenses, dryness in nose, eyes and mouth, tiredness, general body discomfort, high sweating, persistent worsening of acne, changes in voice, headache, depression, sleeplessness, respiratory infections.

In case of severe Accutane side effects immediately contact for medical help:

Allergic reactions, behavior changes, any pain in body, swallowing difficulties, painful movements, dark or bloody urine, changes in heart rhythm, fever, ringing in ears or hearing problems, swellings in muscles or glands, diarrhea, breathing problems, high sun sensitivity, changes in eyesight, yellow shades on skin or eyes. Only use Accutane if it is prescribed to you by doctor, never take or give it to anyone without doctor’s advice.

The medicine can be taken orally with or without food. If you feel queasy after taking your Accutane dose without food you might want to know that taking the drug together with meals can lift such undesirable side effects as nausea. However, consult your practitioner in case queasiness persists even with every recommended precaution taken as you might need to have your Accutane dosage adjusted for you. Low doses of Accutane can be no less efficient than the regular amount of the medication generally prescribed. Capsule must be swallowed without breaking, water or any other drink can ease swallowing.

It is better to store Accutane doses at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), if you store it between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) shelf life may decrease. Keep away from heat, moisture, and light. Accutane should not be stored in bathroom. Keep it in a safe place that cannot be reached by children or pets.