Does accutane actually have any negative effects for growth during puberty?

[Deleted member 293012]

Just want to know lol, like can it stunt growth etc.

 

[avgsub5human]

I can't speak from experience but I think its a very low chance if ur on normal dose, im p sure its dose dependant but someone else might know better

 

[fgfr3]

Just want to know lol, like can it stunt growth etc.

REALLY fucking rare also dose dependent

 

[Deleted member 293380]

Just want to know lol, like can it stunt growth etc.

If I remember correctly there was a study saying it can limit your growth

 

[angle]

Just want to know lol, like can it stunt growth etc.

i dont rlly think it does, also depends on dose,

 

[4lexx_skiral]

Just want to know lol, like can it stunt growth etc.

Yes it can, dont risk it. Mutiple studies confirm it signifcantly lowers IGF-1 and IGFBP3 levels. Some studies also show isotretinoin can decrease your androgen levels which can potentialy result in less growth of androgen-sensitive bones like the mandible. I would recommend to avoid it, but if you really want to, wait until atleast 21 to be safe.