Isoin 20mg Capsule

WHAT IS ISOIN 20MG?

it contains Isotretinoin which belongs to Retinoids

WHAT ISOIN 20MG IS USED FOR?

it is used to treat the most severe form of acne (nodular acne)

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and non-prescription, herbal supplements.

Especially tell your doctor if you are taking,

• Vitamin A supplements
• Tetracycline antibiotics
• Progestin-only birth control pills
• Phenytoin used to treat fits
• Corticosteroid medicines

WHAT IS SEVERE NODULAR ACNE?

Severe nodular acne is when many red, swollen, tender lumps form in the skin. These can be the size of pencil erasers or larger. If untreated, nodular acne can lead to permanent scars

INTRODUCTION

it belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative). It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.

it should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day to avoid a missed dose.

It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep taking the medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again.

Most common side effects

The most common side effects include dry skin, rash, and increased liver enzymes. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor.

it may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit your exposure to the sun. It may also make your skin more fragile.
Avoid any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment.

Additionally, it may cause dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes so drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer.
This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Click Here :

USES OF ISOIN CAPSULE

Treatment of Acne

BENEFITS OF ISOIN CAPSULE

In Treatment of Acne
it helps treat acne by reducing the production of sebum (a natural substance) that causes acne. This kills acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing.

It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep taking it even if it appears not to be working.
Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ISOIN CAPSULE

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Isoin

• Dry skin
• Increased liver enzymes
• Rash

HOW TO USE ISOIN CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. it is to be taken with food.

HOW ISOIN CAPSULE WORKS

it 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).

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Isoin 20 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

it 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.

Breast feeding

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

Driving

it 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.

Kidney

it is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Isoin 20 Capsule 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.

Liver

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

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ISOIN CAPSULE?

If you miss a dose of Isoin 20 Capsule, 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.

FAQs

Q. Is Isoin 20 Capsule safe to use?

it should be used with care since it is associated with significant adverse reactions. It should be used only for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. In addition, Isoin 20 Capsule should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.

Q. Is Isoin 20 Capsule a steroid?

No, it is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.

Q. What are the recommended tests during Isoin 20 Capsule therapy?

Your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked before the treatment is started. These levels will also be monitored 1 month after the start of treatment and subsequently at 3 monthly intervals unless more frequent monitoring is clinically indicated.

Q. Is the effect of Isoin 20 Capsule permanent?

It has been observed in many patients that a single 15-20-week course effectively cures the condition and prevents it from coming back.
If at all a second course is required, one should wait for at least 8 weeks after completion of the first course.
This is because experience with Isoin 20 Capsule has shown that the symptoms in the patients with acne may continue to improve following treatment with Isoin 20 Capsule.

Q. Why is Isoin 20 Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?

If pregnancy occurs during treatment with Isoin 20 Capsule then, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.

Q. Can Isoin 20 Capsule cause cancer?

No, there are no reports of Isoin 20 Capsule causing cancer. In fact, it may be useful in some forms of head, skin, and neck cancers.

Q. What are the long-term side effects of Isoin  Capsule?

A normal course of treatment of Isoin 20 Capsule is 15–20 weeks. Therefore, the long-term effects of low doses have not been studied. However, it may have some effect on bone mineral density. It may decrease bone mineral density in some patients, resulting in osteoporosis or fractures.

Q. Does Isoin 20 Capsule affect male fertility?

No, it does not affect the fertility of male patients. No significant effects were seen on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.

Q. Does Isoin Capsule damage your liver?

There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Isoin 20 Capsule use. Therefore, regular laboratory tests are required. These values generally return to normal after some time. If the levels remain elevated for a long time, your doctor may discontinue the use of Isoin 20 Capsule.