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Isotretinoin (accutane, roaccutane) report #SELF-2424
Male patient reported the following Isotretinoin (accutane, roaccutane) side effect(s):psychiatric side effects. Initially depression, then paranoia, then psychosis. Ended up with bipolar disorder caused by brain-related consequences of isotretinoin poisoning
Event date: Tuesday October 10th 12:00:00 AM
Dosage: 20-30mg
Frequency: daily for 4 months
Age: 16
Weight: 70
Other medications: nil
Diagnosis: acne
Pre-existing conditions: no preexisting conditions or family history
Hospitalized? Yes
Life-threatening? Yes
Disabled? Yes
Birth Defects? No
Was intervention required to prevent damage? No
Other serious medical events? No
Died? No
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