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Accutane Stunted Growth

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(@wadex)

Posted : 09/01/2016 11:14 pm

Hi all,

My question is pretty straightforward, some say it does and some say it doesn't.

Does Accutane stunt growth?

Thanks (I am 5 10' - 14 yrs),

WadeX


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(@kelbell812)

Posted : 09/02/2016 7:42 am

Well it certainly didn't for me lol.  I took it when I was 15 (I'm 23 now) and I'm like the tallest person in my friend group. Even taller than a lot of my guy friends! :smileys_n_people_3:


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(@wadex)

Posted : 09/02/2016 10:48 am

Good to hear. Thanks!


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(@acnescience)

Posted : 09/09/2016 11:10 am

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" Accutane may stop long bone growth in teenagers who are still growing."

This is from the FDA website and it's a well known side effect. Yes, it halts growth. That's why doctors aren't supposed to prescribe it to growing teenagers as yourself. It also has a lot of other side effects. Hands down,it's the most dangerous acne drug to take. Only take it if it's alast resort.


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(@abi72)

Posted : 09/10/2016 3:46 am

On 9/2/2016 at 5:14 AM, WadeX said:

Hi all,

My question is pretty straightforward, some say it does and some say it doesn't.

Does Accutane stunt growth?

Thanks (I am 5 10' - 14 yrs),

WadeX

Yes it does and it also causes longterm/permanent side effects like low libido and ED. Look at other topics on this forum.
I don't think any kid should be taking this drug. Please be informed - do you research.


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