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Accutane® is an oral acne drug that has been known to cause many serious, debilitating side effects, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Affecting the small intestines and the colon, IBD can refer to either:

• Crohn's disease, an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks any part of its intestinal tract, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting and/or weight loss. Patients may also experience skin rash, arthritis and/or eye swelling.
  
• Ulcerative colitis, the development of ulcers (open sores) on the colon that cause symptoms similar to those of Crohn's disease.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease after taking Accutane®, you may be able to seek and recover monetary compensation for your losses. You can learn more about your legal rights and get on the path to obtaining the settlement you need and deserve by scheduling a FREE discussion with one of our dangerous drug lawyers.

IBD vs IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

IBD is not to be confused with a similar sounding, yet far less severe condition, known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), spastic colon and/or spastic bowel. IBS, unlike IBD, does NOT cause swelling, open sores or any other physical abnormality to the intestines and/or colon. As a result, irritable bowel syndrome is considered to be a “functional” disorder and causes mild, passing and highly treatable:

• bloating
• constipation
• cramping
• diarrhea
• gas
• mucus in feces

Despite being far milder than IBD, irritable bowel syndrome can cause physical discomfort. It has also been linked to Accutane® use.

Diagnosing & Treating IBD

Accutane® patients who begin experiencing the symptoms of Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis should see their doctor for a thorough exam and proper diagnosis. To confirm or rule out the presence of inflammatory bowel disease, physicians may perform any combination of:

• blood and/or stool tests
• colonoscopy
• imaging scans, such as barium enemas, x-rays and CT scans
• tissue samples

Should an IBD diagnose be made, patients may need one or more of the following treatments:

• antibiotics
• anti-inflammatory drugs
• autoimmune suppressant medications
• pain medications
• nutritional supplements
• surgery to remove part of the intestines and/or colon

Side Effects of IBD

If left untreated, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can cause more serious health complications, including:

• arthritis
• anal fissures (tears)
• bowel obstruction
• brittle bones
• colon cancer
• fistulas (an abnormal connection between intestinal tissues that is caused by ulcers)
• kidney stones
• liver disease
• malnutrition
• toxic megacolon (a life-threatening inflammation of colon tissues)

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with IBD after taking Accutane?® If so, contact our Accutane® defect lawyers to schedule a free and private evaluation of your case. We will evaluate the details of your specific circumstances to determine whether you have a legitimate case. If you do, we will fight aggressively on your behalf to make sure you get the compensation you are entitled to.

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