Isotretinoin Capsules
This powerful retinoid is formulated to target severe acne, utilized to alleviate skin inflammation and to mitigate the occurrence of scarring.
Strengths: 10 · 20mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Roaccutane; Retinad
- Therapeutic class
Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
Retinoid
- Minor side effects
dry skin; chapped lips; dry eyes
- Moderate side effects
myalgia; joint pain; headache
- Dosage forms
Capsule, soft
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Roche
- Onset Time
2–4 weeks
- Duration
16–24 weeks
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, protect from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
Vitamin A; Tetracyclines
- Age restrictions
Used with caution in adolescents.
Contraindications
pregnancy; breastfeeding; hepatic impairment; hypervitaminosis A; elevated blood lipids
Precautions and warnings
avoid sun exposure; do not donate blood during treatment; regular liver function monitoring required
Serious side effects
depression — requires immediate medical attention; suicidal ideation — requires immediate medical attention; pancreatitis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This powerful retinoid is formulated to target severe acne, utilized to alleviate skin inflammation and to mitigate the occurrence of scarring.
Mechanism of action
Isotretinoin is a retinoid that reduces sebaceous gland size and inhibits sebaceous gland activity, effectively decreasing sebum production and keratinization in the skin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Highly teratogenic; must use strict contraception. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Isotretinoin Capsules
This powerful retinoid is formulated to target severe acne, utilized to alleviate skin inflammation and to mitigate the occurrence of scarring.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Isotretinoin
- Listed indication(s): Severe Cystic Acne
Usually available as
- 90 tablets - 10 mg1172-10-mg-13886
- 90 tablets - 20 mg1172-20-mg-13891