Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin 10mg Soft Gel Capsule is amongst the group of medicines called retinoids, it is a sort of Vitamin A. Isotretinoin is useful in the treatment of a severe form of acne which has not been treated with any other form of treatment such as antibiotics or other skin treatments. This medication is useful in the treatment of certain severe types of acne such as nodular or conglobate acne, the ones that have a higher risk of causing permanent scarring.

This medication treats such acne by reducing the production of facial oil called sebum which can cause acne if present in greater amounts. Isotretinoin acts on the sebaceous glands of the skin to affect the secretion of facial oil, sebum. It takes a few weeks to effectively treat such acne if taken regularly without missing out on any dose.

Consult your doctor for the exact dosage and duration of Isotretinoin based on the kind and intensity of acne. Follow the schedule as prescribed by the doctor for better results. Swallow it as a whole without breaking, crushing, or chewing it. It is usually taken with food.

It is okay if your skin gets even worse in the initial days of taking this medicine, the skin will gradually get better with regular use. Avoid taking this medicine while you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medication can make your skin more sensitive and thus you should avoid exposure to excess heat, waxing. laser treatments, etc.

Before taking a prescription, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any component of this medication or are allergic to Vitamin A. Also, tell me about any other vacancy in general. Discuss all the risks and benefits of taking isotretinoin with your dermatologist.