St. Louis Accutane Lawyer

Accutane is synthetic form of Vitamin A that has been used to treat acne that is resistant to other treatments (including antibiotics).

Drug Information

Accutane (isotretinoin)
Manufacturer: Hoffmann-LaRoche Ltd.

Accutane Acne Medication Side Effects

While it may not sound harmful, using this dangerous drug can come at a heavy price. One of the most severe side effects that can arise from taking Accutane is birth defects. Beyond that, patients taking Accutane can also suffer from minor issues like abnormal skin sensations, abnormal hair growth, dizziness, headaches and more. While these side effects are usually only bothersome in nature, there are other much more serious problems as well.

Anyone taking Accutane should contact their doctor immediately if they notice any of the following symptoms:

• Aggressive or violent behavior, including risk of suicide
• Irritable bowel disease
• Stevens Johnson syndrome
• Chest pain
• Muscle weakness (with or without pain)
• Rectal bleeding
• Seizures

Contact Goldblatt + Singer Today

If you or a loved one has suffered any side effects while taking Accutane, we encourage you to contact the Accutane lawyers at Goldblatt + Singer immediately. We have a long, distinguished track record with cases like the Accutane lawsuits and other personal injury cases and we’ve recovered over $400 million in compensation since our founding. Our assertive legal team is prepared to zealously advocate for you and we are prepared to actively pursue a claim against the manufacturer for the compensation you deserve.

Contact Goldblatt + Singer or call us toll free to get the help you need to file a claim if you have suffered injuries from taking Accutane.