I have been on tetracycline, but have been not as regemental as I should be with it. I have heard that for men, hair loss seems to be the second most common after dryness. Sorry to babble on there, but that should give you an overview of my position and look forward to the response. Vitamin A in ordinary doses is not effective for acne. Accutane generally causes dry lips and not a whole lot else, although doctors are careful to check the blood, etc, and to be sure that women who take the drug don't become pregnant.
Hair loss is quite uncommon.
Having said that, I would add that your case doesn't sound serious enough to make Accutane a considration until all other options are exhausted. Mild cases treated with this drug often relapse anyway. Talk to your doctor about these considerations and any other questions which trouble you. Dr. Rockoff Information contained within this forum is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Only your physician can provide specific diagnoses and therapies.