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Rare Medication Adverse Affect

I took generic forms of Accutane (Isotretinoin) an anti-acne drug. For the last two years I have had a very severe skin reaction. My skin has been left permanently dry and eczema prone. I've been hospitalized a few times and my life has seriously been affected. My skin is so sensitive I've been left homebound. Currently on disability. I would like to sue the makers of the generic drugs. I took three different brands for three months: Sotret, Amnesteem, Claravis. Can I sue all three makers? Can I sue the original manufacturer of Accutane? Also, dermatologists have said this is a rare but permanent side effect!


Asked on 5/27/08, 1:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

Re: Rare Medication Adverse Affect

I hoped that someone else would answer this before I do.

I am an attorney who started out as an associate professor of medicine at SUNY@ Buffalo, so I am familiar with drugs and their interactions.

If you could send me all of the medical information that you have, I will take a look at it.

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Answered on 6/11/08, 10:00 pm


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