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Isotretinoin is the generic name and it is manufactured and sold under the brand names: Accutane, Sotret, Claravis, Amnesteem. It is used in the treatment of extreme cases of nodular acne where other forms of treatment including antibiotics have failed.

It belongs to a group of medications referred to as retinoids. It functions by inhibiting the production of varopis natural elements that can give rise to pimples.

The inactive ingredients of isotretinoin are beeswax, butylated hydroxyanisole, edetate disodium.

It is available in tablet form and needs to be administered orally.

Common Uses:

Isotrentinoin is used in the treatment of extreme cases of recalcitrant nodular acne.

Off Label Uses:

Used as a chemotherapeutic agent in treating certain types of cancer.

Side Effects:
Signs of psychological changes or depression like:
Sadness.
Hopelessness.
Feelings of guilt and worthlessness.
Lack of interest in activities that one used to engage in previously.
Fatigue.
Difficulty concentrating.
Insomnia.
Loss of appetite.
Suicidal thoughts.
Restlessness.
Hypersensitivity.
Impulsive reactions.
Hallucinations.
Delusions.

Signs of increased blood pressure within the cranium, such as:
Headaches.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Vision changes.

Pancreatitis.
Tinnitus or ringing sound in the ears.
Hearing loss.

Yellowness to eyes and skin.
Abdominal pain especially in the upper-right corner.
Increased liver enzymes.
Ulcerative colitis.
Broken bones.
Osteoporosis.
Vision changes.
Alterations in blood sugar levels.
Seizures.
Stroke.
Allergic reactions.
Swelling of the lips, mouth, and throat.
Breathing problems.
Wheezing.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in pregnant women.
Available only on registering with the iPLEDGE program.
Patients with a family history of depression, psychosis, etc., need to consult their physician prior to taking this medication.
When administered with tetracycline, it can cause pseudotumor cerebri, where there could be high pressure inside the cranium.
Medication to be discontinued if vision changes occur and also one should avoid driving.
Strongly advised against donating blood while on this medication.

Drug Interactions:
Antibiotics like:
Doxycycline.
Minocycline.
Tetracycline.
Tigecycline.

Corticosteroids like:
Betamethasone.
Cortisone.
Dexamethasone.
Fludrocortisone.
Hydrocortisone.
Methylprednisolone.
Prednisolone.
Prednisone.
Triamcinolone.

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About Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin is the generic name and it is manufactured and sold under the brand names: Accutane, Sotret, Claravis, Amnesteem. It is used in the treatment of extreme cases of nodular acne where other forms of treatment including antibiotics have failed. It belongs to a group of medications referred to as retinoids. It functions by inhibiting the production of varopis natural elements that can give rise to pimples. The inactive ingredients of isotretinoin are beeswax, butylated hydroxyanisole, edetate disodium. It is available in tablet form and needs to be administered orally.

About Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin (INN) (IPA) is a medication used for the treatment of severe acne. It is sometimes used in prevention of certain skin cancers. It is a retinoid i.e. it is derived from vitamin A and is found in small quantities naturally in the body. Oral isotretinoin is marketed under various trade names, most commonly Accutane (Roche), Amnesteem (Mylan), Claravis (Barr), Sotret (Ranbaxy), or Roaccutane (Roche) or NetLook (Delta Pharma) while topical isotretinoin is most commonly marketed under the trade names Isotrex or Isotrexin (Stiefel).

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