Accutane (isotretinoin) has been created specially for the treatment of severe, disfiguring nodular acne. Its effects are based on diminishing the output of oil that is normally produced by the oil glands located in the skin. Every person intending to take this medicine is supposed to sign a special agreement and participate in the iPLEDGE program. Under the conditions of this program you must use at least two reliable methods of contraception (hormonal and non-hormonal one). You can learn more about these methods of birth control from your health care provider. You will be required to see your doctor regularly reporting any symptoms you have when taking Accutane, as it is very important for your condition to be monitored.

Since this medicine is not supposed to be taken by people to whom it was not prescribed every time you will be given a prescription for one month supply of the medicine with no refills. Such a prescription is supposed to be filled within a week from the day it was written. Even though someone may have the same symptoms, you are not supposed to share Accutane with them. Your dosage and schedule of taking this drug depend on your health condition and the severity of your acne.