WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 1999: Re: Accutane and pregnancy

Re: Accutane and pregnancy

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 1 Sep 1999 20:51:51 -0500 (CDT)

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At Tue, 31 Aug 1999, Jessica wrote: >
>I took accutane for the month of June-July and was a little surprised
>when I turned up pregnant in August. I was very careful, but that is no
>longer the issue. I am considering an abortion but first I would like
>to know if there is any possible way that my baby will not be deformed
>or have mental retardation. And is there any way that I could find out
>before i got an abortion?

It is well known that one should not become pregnant while on ACCUTANE and for that reason, many physicians will prescribe birth control pills during the therapy. I am not aware of any timing restrictions after therapy that "guarantee" a problem. Have your doctor call the company for specifics.

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
http://www.obgyn.net/states/bios/marchbein.htm
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