What Other Medications Can Be Used with Accutane?

It is always very important to inform all your doctors of all your medications at every visit. Even over the counter medications, vitamins, and supplements might be important. For example, tetracycline combined with Accutane can raise intracranial pressures and even put pressure on the optic nerve. Both meds are common acne medications and if you are not careful about disclosing all medications, you could get into trouble. Topical medications can't cause a serious problem while on... more

I'm hoping that you were prescribed Accutane by a physician and not just taking it on your own.... however, it sounds like that might not be the case because your physician should have advised you what is safe to take and use! I do not recommend patients take any other oral medications while on Accutane. Some topicals - mild ones - are ok at first but usually not necessary after the first month and can be even more irritating. Your skin is going to be very dry and irritated on Accutane,... more