Maryland Accutane Lawyer

Physicians often prescribe Accutane to patients who suffer from extreme cases of acne. Acne may be classified as pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. The popular drug Accutane was previously used for cancer patient’s chemotherapy treatments. Hoffman La Roche produces Accutane and each year, posts $1.2 billion in sales from this product alone.

Accutane is comprised primarily of Vitamin A, along with other essential ingredients. Patients and physicians were pleased that Accutane was able to clear severe cases of acne within months of using the product. Accutane was effective because the ingredients ceased rapid production of skin cells and inhibited oil production in oil glands. Because of its effectiveness, physicians began to prescribe Accutane for milder cases of acne. This act prompted complaints from patients stating they were not warned of the risks associated with Accutane prior to using the product.

Side Effects of Accutane

Some of the common side effects associated with Accutane are as follows:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease

• Vision Problems

• Suicidal Tendencies

• Depression

• Liver Damage

• Psychosis

• Miscarriages

• Allergic Vaculitis

• Erectile Dysfunction

• Anaphylaxis

• Alopecia

• Weakened Skin

• Low white blood cell count

• Stroke

• Bone Density Reduction

• Heart Attack

  
  
  

  Accutane Litigation in these Cities and Others:

  • Baltimore

  • Frederick

  • Gaithersburg

  • Rockville

  • Bowie

  • Hagerstown

  • Annapolis

  • Salisbury

  • College Park

  • Greenbelt