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Does Isotretinoin Affect Fertility?

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Posted on Mon, 9 Nov 2015
Question: if i take accurate isotretinoin capsules then i go for impotant please help me for this problem. i take only 3 capsules for acne after that i stoped and discontinue this . future any problem for baby . can i am trying for a baby in future.
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Isotretinoin wont harm future pregnancy

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns about isotretinoin.

Isotretinoin capsules are known to cause abnormalities in the baby if you are in early. Pregnancy.

If you are not pregnant, future pregnancy will not be harmed due to isotretinoin.

Let me know if you need any more clarification.

Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Soumya (8 minutes later)
isotretinoin capsules are effected sperm and my sexual life?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (2 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Isotretinoin capsules are unlikely to affect sperm quality and sexual life
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Does Isotretinoin Affect Fertility?

Brief Answer: Isotretinoin wont harm future pregnancy Detailed Answer: Hi, I understand your concerns about isotretinoin. Isotretinoin capsules are known to cause abnormalities in the baby if you are in early. Pregnancy. If you are not pregnant, future pregnancy will not be harmed due to isotretinoin. Let me know if you need any more clarification. Regards