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Generic: Isotretinoin

Form: capsule 20mg

Indication

Acne

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

Oral Severe, Recalcitrant Nodular Acne Severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics Adult: 0.5-1 mg/kg/day PO divided BID for 15-20 weeks Dose up to 2 mg/kg/day (as tolerated) if disease is very severe with scarring or is primarily manifested on the trunk Hepatic impairment: Contraindicated.

Child Dose

Severe, Recalcitrant Nodular Acne Severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established >12 years: 0.5-1 mg/kg/day PO divided BID for 15-20 weeks Dose up to 2 mg/kg/day (as tolerated) if disease is very severe with scarring or is primarily manifested on the trunk

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Severe: Reduce initial dose (e.g. 10 mg daily), then gradually increase to 1 mg/kg as necessary.

Contraindication

Pregnancy, lactation.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. __NAME__ is to be taken with food.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of __NAME__ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. If you experience excessive tiredness, puffy eyes and difficulty in urination while taking this medicine, inform your doctor and stop the therapy.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.