Isotretinoin 20mg Tablet
Brand Name : Tretosil- 20
Isotretinoin 20mg Tablet
Description
Isotretinoin 20mg Tablet is used to treat severe types of acne (such as nodular or conglobate acne, or acne that is at risk of causing permanent scarring) in adults and children aged 12 years and older. The medication is available in the form of oral capsules and should be taken exactly as directed by the doctor. The usual adult dose for acne is a maintenance dose of 0.25 to 0.5 mg/kg orally 2 times a day, with a maximum dose of up to 2 mg/kg/day for up to 20 weeks. Patients should take some formulations of this drug with food.
The medication should not be taken by anyone younger than 12 years old. Isotretinoin may cause side effects such as dry skin, chapped lips, dry eyes, and dry nose. It may also cause joint pain, back pain, dizziness, and headache. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules. It is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions.
Nodular acne: Nodular Acne occurs due to excessive production of oil in the skin cells causing swollen, red and tender lumps the size of pencil erasers or larger. The sebum inhibits sebaceous glands and stops oil from flowing out freely causing an accumulation of sebum under the skin which enhances the development of acne-causing bacteria. Acne nodules are larger than typical pimples and affect the deeper layers of skin. Nodular acne can occur on the back, face, and body. If they are not treated, it may cause permanent scars. The symptoms include long-lasting painful blemishes that feel like hard knots under the skin. Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet comes in the category of drugs known as retinoids and is a very effective remedy for the treatment of nodular acne.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet ‘Isotretinoin’, a form of vitamin A that reduces the skin’s natural oil by decreasing the activity and size of sebaceous glands. Thereby unblocking pores and killing acne-causing bacteria.
Benefits
- Nodular acne
- Swelling in the skin
Indication
Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet is a synthetic form of vitamin ‘A’ indicated to treat a severe form of acne. Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet reduces sebum (skin's natural oil) production on the skin's surface by decreasing the activity and size of sebaceous glands. Thereby, unblocking pores and killing acne-causing bacteria. Also, Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet reduces swelling in the skin.Side Effect
- Common side effects of Isotretinoin Tablets include dry and peeling skin, severely chapped lips, nosebleeds, dry eyes, and dry nose.
- The medication may also cause bone or joint pain, burning, redness, itching, or other signs of eye inflammation, difficulty with moving, nervousness, and increased thirst or urination.
- Isotretinoin may impair vision, especially at night. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules.
- Isotretinoin may cause serious side effects such as problems with vision or hearing, muscle or joint pain, bone pain, back pain, increased pressure inside the skull, severe headaches, ringing in the ears, dizziness, nausea, vision problems, and pain behind the eyes.
- If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Administration of Dosage
Take Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet as prescribed by your health professional. Your treating doctor will prescribe the dose & length of treatment taking into consideration your medical condition.Precautions and & Disclaimer
- If you are known to be allergic to Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet or any other drug, please tell your doctor.
- Do not take Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet in case you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects on the baby.
- Avoid sun exposure while using Tretosil- 20: Isotretinoin- 20 mg Tablet as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
- The medication should not be taken by anyone younger than 12 years old. Each prescription of isotretinoin must be filled within 7 days of the date it was written by the doctor.
- Patients should not take other medicines without checking first with the doctor, including vitamins, herbal products, and prescription or non-prescription medications.
- Women must use contraception for a month before taking Isotretinoin, during treatment, and for a month afterwards.
- Patients should not take vitamin A supplements or tetracyclines (a type of antibiotic), or use any skin treatments for acne while taking Isotretinoin.
- Patients should not have any cosmetic treatments, including hair removal (waxing), dermabrasion, or laser treatments while taking Isotretinoin, and for 6 months after stopping it.
- Patients should inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions.
- Patients should stop taking Isotretinoin and call the doctor immediately if they experience severe side effects such as problems with vision or hearing, muscle or joint pain, bone pain, back pain, increased thirst, increased urination, unexplained bruising, frequent infections, or thoughts about harming themselves or ending their life.
