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Is it a bad idea to drink alcohol while taking accutane?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Liver toxins: Isotretinoin and alcohol may affect the liver. Also, the Isotretinoin may create adverse reaction to alcohol consumption - similar to antabuse (disulfiram). It is generally recommended to avoid alcohol (or use in very small quantities) when using isotretinoin.

Answered 6/26/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't recommend : Mixing Accutane ; alcohol could cause rapid heart rate, nausea/ vomiting, red /hot skin – flushing.

Answered 9/28/2016

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