Isotretinoin News
Acne Treatment, Types of Acne and Causes
Acne primarily affects adolescents whose skin secretes an excessive amount of oil or sebum — from the sebaceous glands — caused by the hormonal changes of puberty. Beginning in the teen years and through adulthood, your body...
Actavis Introduces Two New Products in Turkey
Actavis has launched its isotretinoin product under the brand name Zoretanin in Turkey.
Roche to appeal $2.62 million judgment in Accutane case
Accutane maker Hoffmann-LaRoche Inc., based here, and Roche Laboratories will appeal a May jury verdict that awarded $2.62 million to an Alabama man who developed inflammatory bowel disorder while on Accutane treatment for acne...
Low dose vitamin A derivative does not prevent head and neck tumors
Taking a vitamin A derivative called Isotretinoin ( Accutane / Roaccutane ) did not reduce the risk of second primary tumors or improve survival in patients with stage I or II head and neck squamous cell cancers ( HNSCC ).
Ensuring Acne Treatment Doesn't Cause Birth Defects
Young women who suffer from severe acne can find relief with the drug isotretinoin (Accutane). The trick is ensuring they don't become pregnant while on the medication, since it is known to cause severe birth defects.