Accutane Depression

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Accutane has received extensive media coverage recently, as use of the acne medication may be linked to mental changes leading to depression.

Free Accutane Case Evaluation: If you or a family member has used the prescription drug Accutane and noticed adverse side effects, such as IBD or depression, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and we can help.

What’s the problem?

Sadly, Accutane has been the subject of concern for many years and has been linked not only to depression but to suicidal ideation as well. Roche Laboratories sent a letter to physicians in 1998 stating “Accutane may cause depression, psychosis, and suicidal ideation, suicide attempts and suicide. Discontinuation of Accutane therapy may be insufficient.” Additionally, research at the University of Bath (UK) and University of Texas at Austin (USA) discovered that Accutane increases the production of proteins and cell metabolites that are known to reduce the availability of Serotonin in the brain. Lower levels of Serotonin are strongly linked to depression, aggression, suicide ideation, compulsions, obsessive thoughts (fears), impaired sleep/appetite, fatigue, etc.

In November 2004, Accutane was listed as one of the top five drugs most dangerous to human health by the FDA. This ranking was made in part because of the link between Accutane and depression. Accutane use is also associated with a number of other extremely harmful side effects including severe birth defects, spontaneous abortion, impaired vision, Crohn’s disease, anaphylactic and allergic reaction, erratic bone growth, skin problems, hearing impairment, elevation of blood fat, joint inflammation, and a variety of other negative health consequences.

Do I have an Accutane Lawsuit?

The Defective Drugs & Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus exclusively on the representation of plaintiffs in Accutane side effects lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.