Accutane Articles

New Study Links Roaccutane to Depression and Suicidal Thoughts

A British study released last month indicates that the acne drug Roaccutane may lead to an increased risk of depression and even suicidal behavior.

Accutane Causes Depression in Mice, Study Says

A new study published in the medical journal Neuropsychopharmacology reveals that the popular acne drug may have a biological link to an increase in depressed behavior among users.

Accutane May Cause High Cholesterol, New Study Shows

A new study published in the August Archives of Dermatology shows that Accutane may cause more patients to develop high cholesterol, elevated liver enzyme levels, and high triglyceride numbers than stated on the drug’s packaging.

Study Shows Accutane May Lead to Bowel Disease

In a report published in the July edition of the American Journal of Gastroenterology, researchers say they have found a direct link between the popular acne drug Accutane and inflammatory bowl disease, a connection only suspected until now.

Canadian authorities investigating Accutane-related strokes

Health Canada is reportedly to start probing the cause of heart attacks and strokes that have occurred over the last two decades in patients taking Accutane, a potent and controversial acne drug.