Anonymous

3 years

Accutane growing height problem

Hi im 16 years old and Im taking accutane. Does it stunt my growth?

Greetings!

Thank you for your question. I understand your worries regarding your condition.

For your information, accutane or isotretinoin is a controlled medication to treat acne. Your doctor must be weighted the good and bad before prescribed you with this medication. Stunted growth is a known side effect but it is not common and not always happened.

I suggest you to discuss the issues with your doctor if you worry about your condition. Your doctor must know better about you. The decision to prescribe the medication must be already thoroughly think by your doctor.

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