Accutane is a powerful drug used in the treatment of acne. They say that it takes four to five months of Accutane treatment to clear up acne. It is a strong medication that is very effective for most all types of breakouts. Accutane is a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A so you should make sure you aren’t taking vitamin A if you decide you want to try Accutane to treat your acne. Of course everything out there comes with side effects so you may want to look at the pros and cons. For example, some people experience severe headaches. One of the most serious side effects is  that it can cause birth defects so it is extremely important that you either abstain from sex or make sure the male uses a condom and a spermicidal foam or sponge should also be used. Apparently Accutane can cause depression in some individuals.