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Accutane

American  
[ak-yoo-tayn] / ˈæk jʊˌteɪn /
Pharmacology, Trademark.
  1. a brand of isotretinoin.


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Many also promote the use of isotretinoin—commonly known as Accutane, an anti-acne medication—which can result in severe side effects.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026

The existing treatments include generic versions of the Roche drug Accutane, which can’t be given to pregnant women.

From Barron's ● Feb. 3, 2026

“I have been on Accutane three times now,” she said in the Aug. 3 video.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2023

It was originally prescribed by the brand name Accutane.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 6, 2022

By college, I finally decided to give Accutane a shot, but it took two rounds to alleviate most of my skin problems.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi

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