There are an estimated 3000 Americans with accutane-related birth defects. Accutane has been available through prescription as a treatment for severe acne since 1983. It is currently available in about 80 countries. According to the drugs warning label there is an extremely high risk of birth defects if a woman becomes pregnant while using Accutane. The risks exist even if the drug is used only briefly. Often a woman is taking accutane during the first 2-3 weeks after conception and may be unaware she is pregnant. Pregnant women or women who were likely to become pregnant should not have been prescribed the drug.

Birth defects caused by Accutane may include:

Embyropathy
Cleft lip and palate
Hydrocephaly (fluid in the brain)
Microcephaly (born with a small head)
Various Mental retardation
Ear and eye defects
Heart defects
Brain Injury at birth

Our lawyers represent women forced to have abortions because of Accutane, as well as children with birth defects related to the drug.

If you believe Accutane is responsible for a birth defect or miscarriage, contact us to determine your legal rights.

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