Accutane and "balding"

Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: Does Accutane cause balding?

I have heard from a couple of people that a side effect of Accutane is balding, so I'm wondering if this is true.


Bryan K. Chen, MD
2 months ago
By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

An uncommon side effect of Accutane is thinning of scalp hair. People do not, however, become bald as a result of Accutane use. In my experience, this problem also appears to be dose-related, and if this occurs, it should subside after discontinuation of the medication.

Good luck.

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