My husband has been on Oratane (20mg) for 3 months now. He has +- 4 months to go. Is it safe to fall pregnant while he is on it?

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If so, how long do we have to wait before falling pregnant after he is finished the coarse? Thanking you in advance! Melissa

Melanie Hecker, MD · Answer

It is safe for your husband to be on Accutane while you are trying to get pregnant.  Accutane is only dangerous to the fetus while taken by the mother.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Accutane only affects fetal development in females. It has no effect on sperm so it is perfectly safe for you to get pregnant while your husband is taking Accutane. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and 
cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

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