10 Things You Should To Avoid While Taking Accutane - 2
6. Avoid Sunlight And Ultraviolet Lights As Much As Possible
Tanning machines use ultraviolet lights. Accutane may make your skin more sensitive to light.
7. Do Not Use Birth Control Pills That Do Not Contain Estrogen
They may not work while you take Accutane. Ask your prescriber or pharmacist if you are not sure what type you are using.
8. Do Not Take Accutane With Antibiotics Unless You Talk To Your Prescriber
For some antibiotics, you may have to stop taking Accutane until the antibiotic treatment is finished. Use of both drugs together can increase the chances of getting increased pressure in the brain.
9. Corticosteroid Or Anticonvulsant (Seizure) Medication
Talk with your doctor if you are currently taking an oral or injected corticosteroid or anticonvulsant (seizure) medication prior to using Accutane. These drugs may weaken your bones.
10. Talk With Your Doctor If You Plan To Take Other Drugs Or Herbal Products
This is especially important for patients using birth control pills and other hormonal types of birth control because the birth control may not work as effectively if you are taking certain drugs or herbal products. You should not take the herbal supplement St. Johnís Wort because this herbal supplement may make birth control pills not work as effectively.