Do dry itchy eyes last after Accutane?

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I am a 45 yo female and just started taking acutane 8 days ago. I have very itchy eyes. Does this usually resolve after the course of medication? If it commonly becomes a chronic condition I want to stop acutane to minimize the likelihood that this will be something I live with in the future.

Faiyaaz Kalimullah, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Dry eyes are not an uncommon side effect of Accutane.  This is generally a temporary side effect, and resolves shortly after completing treatment.  Over-the-counter eye drops can sometimes help with the itching.  Please follow-up with your dermatologist to discuss your concerns - if your symptoms are particularly bothersome, your dermatologist may recommend decreasing your Accutane dosage.  I hope this helps!

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