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How to Take Isotretinoin and it's Dose

Written by - Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc

Medically Checked by - S. Hemamalini, B. Pharm

Last Updated on Apr 25, 2023

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult- PO- The recommended dose range is 0.5 to 1.0 mg/kg/day given in two divided doses with food for 15 to 20 weeks.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnant women and in patients with hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Isotretinoin

This medication is a retinoid, prescribed for acne and other skin disorders.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Isotretinoin

India :

Isotroin | Teripin (10 gm) | Pinoin (0.05%) | Tufacne | Isotroin | Airol | Ista 20 | Retinol | Isac | Acutret (20 mg)

International :

Amnesteem, Claravis, Sotret

Last Updated on Apr 25, 2023

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