Fatigue is reported with oral isotretinoin
Fatigue appears among reported effects in the U.S. oral-isotretinoin label. MedlinePlus defines fatigue as a feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy. It can interfere with usual daily activities.
The label does not say how often fatigue occurs. If tiredness has lasted for weeks, contact a healthcare provider.
Fatigue can have many possible causes
MedlinePlus says fatigue is a symptom rather than a disease and can have many different causes. Its overview includes physical activity, emotional stress, boredom, lack of sleep, pregnancy, medical problems, treatments, and lifestyle habits.
Fatigue can also be a sign of a mental or physical condition. Tell the clinician when it started and about changes in sleep, activity, stress, medicines, or health.
Contact a provider when tiredness lasts for weeks
If you have been feeling tired for weeks, contact your healthcare provider. The contact threshold is tiredness lasting for weeks.
Fatigue can interfere with usual daily activities. That describes its possible impact but is separate from the weeks-long provider-contact threshold.
Frequently asked questions
Is fatigue reported with Accutane?
Yes. Fatigue appears in the adverse-reaction information for oral isotretinoin.
What does fatigue mean?
MedlinePlus defines fatigue as weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy and says it can interfere with usual daily activities.
When should tiredness prompt contact with a provider?
Contact a healthcare provider if you have been feeling tired for weeks.
Sources
- FatigueMedlinePlus / U.S. National Library of Medicine