Accutane and Suprenza

• Generic Name: isotretinoin
• Dosage Forms: capsule, liquid filled
• Other Brand Names: Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis, Sotret, Absorica, Myorisan, Zenatane

Accutane is a form of vitamin A. It reduces the amount of oil released by oil glands in your skin, and helps your skin renew itself more quickly.

Accutane is used to treat severe nodular acne. It is usually given after other acne medicines or antibiotics have been tried without successful treatment of symptoms.

Accutane may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: phentermine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, orally disintegrating
• Other Brand Names: Adipex-P, Lomaira, Suprenza

Suprenza is similar to an amphetamine. This medicine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite.

Suprenza is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity, especially in people with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes.

Suprenza may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.