The FDA [Food and Drug Administration] has launched a special webpage to warn consumers about the dangers of buying Accutane online.  Isotretinoin is an FDA approved drug designed to treat sever nodular acne.  Although the drug has been proven to effectively treat acne, with improper use it may cause sever birth defects and mental health problems.  The FDA-sponsored site will provide consumers with information and advice about the drug.  Accutane is a prescribed drug and should only be used under the strict supervision of a physician or pharmacist.  The website will include ways to check if the drugs purchased through online sites are in fact from legitimate pharmacies.

For official FDA warning, click here

[ Via MedicalNewsToday.com ]

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