What Is Isotretinoin (Accutane)?

Possible Medication Interactions

Isotretinoin appears to have many possible medication interactions. Thus, doctors seem to ask patients about their current prescription medications first. Patients may want to include over-the-counter medicines and supplements when they speak to their doctor about this. Medication classes that isotretinoin may interact with include anticonvulsants and oral steroids. Examples seem to be phenytoin and dexamethasone, respectively. These prescriptions appear to make isotretinoin unsafe. Individuals who take them may need a different medication to them or isotretinoin. Dosage changes may happen as well. Individuals may also need to stop taking vitamin A supplements if they want to try isotretinoin.