Accutane & Anemia

[mictaz]

Hi, just finished roaccutane treatment last month and took a medical exam yesterday and they found out that I'm anemic? is this a serious problem? I'm really scared. What do i need to know now? what is the type of anemia caused by taking roaccutane?

Thank You in advance!

[mictaz]

Thank You for the quick reply. I'm now taking feosol 3x a day for 1 month. I'think I'm just panicking, i'll just see my derma again to report this problem.

I really appreciate your time in answering my question.

God Bless and more power!

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

Roaccutane contain the active ingredient isotretinoin which belongs to a group of medicines known as retinoids,  derivatives of vitamin A. This acts by reducing the production of the skin’s natural oil, and prevent acne. Some of the side effects of this medication are: dry skin and mucous membranes,  headache, increased liver enzymes, disturbances in the composition of the blood (eg increased cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar; decreased red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets), pain in the muscles and joints, mood changes, hair loss or visual disturbances.

It is advised when taking this medication to monitor their blood and liver enzymes because of this effect. However, ironj deficiency anemia can go back after stopping the medication. Iron supplements may be prescribed to bring the levels of your red blood cells to normal. It is also recommended that you refrain from donating blood for at least a month after because the risk of the medicine to an unborn child if the blood transfusion was received by a pregnant woman.

Take care and regards.