Accutane® Linked to Inflammatory Bowel Disease and More
If you have been diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Rectal Bleeding or more, and have been or were previously taking the prescription drug Accutane®, you may be entitled to cash compensation. Call Ed Wallis today at (901) 5270-2125 or FILL OUT THE FORM TO THE RIGHT FOR A FREE CASE EVALUATION.
The Medication
Accutane (isotretinoin) is used to treat acne, although it is usually prescribed by a dermatologist to treat severe acne.
History of Problems
In 2005 the maker of Accutane, Roche Pharmaceuticals, updated the label to warn patients and healthcare professionals of an increased risk of suicide associated with the medication. The problems did not stop there.
In 2007 Accutane underwent another label revision to inform patients that the drug been shown to cause an increased risk of birth defects and miscarriage when taken by pregnant women. The FDA has also warned patients to never purchase Accutane over the internet as this method of procurement bypasses important procedures that ensure the drug is being taken safely.
Current Problem
Recently, Accutane was linked to gastrointestinal diseases, including the following:
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Crohn’s Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Rectal Bleeding
Research has shown that patients taking Accutane are at an increased risk of developing IBD. A 2006 article published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology suggested that patients should be made aware of the increased risk. Irritable Bowel Disease includes serious and extremely painful conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Since Accutane’s approval in 1982 there have been numerous reports of the presciption acne medication being linked to IBD.
Between 1997 and 2002 (according to studies), over 80 suspected cases of IBD were reported by users of Accutane. Accutane usage was considered to be either the “highly probable” or “probable” cause for over 60 of the 80 patients.
Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s Disease was named after the first doctor who wrote about the illness in a 1932 clinical publication, Burrill B. Crohn. This disease affects the bowels and can cause numerous, painful problems in the lower abdomen. It is sometimes referred to as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). There are reports of Accutane being linked to Crohn’s Disease.
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores in the lining of the rectum and colon. These sores (ulcers) can start to form where inflammation has killed the cells that usually line the colon, then bleed and produce pus. Inflammation in the colon also causes the colon to empty frequently, causing diarrhea. Many people who experience ulcerative colitis experience abdominal pain, cramping, tenesmus, and bleeding. Accutane may be the cause of this condition.
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