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THE SIMPLE FACTSTM...Accutane (isotretinoin) is a drug that was developed by Hoffmann-La Roche Inc. for treatment or treating severe cystic (nodular) acne. Accutane is also marketed under the names Roaccutane, Amnesteem, Claravis and Sotret.
Accutane is known as a retinoid, and is a synthetic form of Vitamin A. Accutane was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1982.
U.S. Congressional Hearings
In July 2004, the US. Congress held a congressional hearing - the second in three years - to evaluate the effect Accutane had on pregnancies. The Congress decided that certain steps were needed - similar to those implemented for thalidomide - in the FDA regulation of Accutane treatment.
U.S. FDA Action
In July 2005, the FDA issued an alert with regard to Accutane treatment based on continued reports of suicide and attempted suicide associated with the use of Accutane (isotretinoin). The report cautioned that patients should stop Accutane (isotretinoin) and they or their caregiver should contact their healthcare professional right away if the patient had any of the previously-mentioned symptoms.
Accutane Health Concerns
According to many reports, Accutane may have a number of long term and serious side effects, including:
According to a report from the Journal of Gastroenterology (JOG), the Physician's Desk Reference lists inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as a possible adverse event associated with the use of isotretinoin (accutane), a popular prescription medication for treatment of acne. (reviewed reports of IBD associated with isotretinoin use).
It appears from the conclusion in the article in JOG, that the adverse reports filed with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) via the MedWatch system between 1997 and 2002 show isotretinoin might serve as a trigger for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Quite frankly, the simple factsTM about the Hoffman-La Roche drug Accutane and the possible injuries and/or long term side effects- birth defects, immune system problems, IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) or other health complications - that may be caused by taking Accutane are unacceptable.
If you have used the drug Accutane (isotretinoin - retinoid) that was developed by Hoffmann-La Roche Inc. for treating severe cystic (nodular) acne and are suffering long term side effects or problems, you may have a case/lawsuit and be entitled to compensation.
We are investigating claims of birth defects, immune system problems, IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) or other health complications in connection with possible side effects and problems from the use of the drug Accutane.
We are here to help you protect your legal rights and the legal rights of your loved ones.
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