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Accutane and Seizure Activity
My dermatologist recommends me use Accutane as a last resort to clear acne on my face. I am afraid to go that route because I have been seizure free 1 year and 5 months. Has anyone taken Accutane. If so, what was your experience?
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@abcla1315
I understand your hesitancy taking Accutane.
Seizures are considered to be a rare side effect of Accutane.
Obviously, no one can predict if you’re going to have a seizure or not. I'd ask your pharmacist for his opinion and the doctor if you take it are you at a higher risk for a seizure since your susceptible to them.
I wouldn’t chance it myself.
I would be concerned about it possibly lowering my seizure threshold. I haven’t had a seizure since 2019.
Epilepsy foundation,
https://www.epilepsy.com/connect/forum-archive/parents-caregivers/accutane-and-seizures
Seizures and Accutane,
https://www.medschat.com/Discuss/Accutane-and-seizures-227163.htm
Take care,
Jake
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