Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Roaccutane 20. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Roaccutane 20 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Roaccutane 20 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Roaccutane 20 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roaccutane 20 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Roaccutane 20 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.
UNSAFE
Roaccutane 20 is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Roaccutane 20mg capsule
Introduction
Roaccutane 20 belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids, which are closely related to vitamin A derivative. It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.
Roaccutane 20 should be used in the dose and duration as ... Show more
Uses of Roaccutane 20
Acne
Side effects of Roaccutane 20
Common
Dry skin
How to use Roaccutane 20
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Roaccutane 20 is to be taken with food.
How Roaccutane 20 works
Roaccutane 20 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-inflammato ... Show more
What if you forget to take Roaccutane 20?
If you miss a dose of Roaccutane 20, 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.
Quick Tips
Take it with food.
Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Roaccutane 20. Use protective measures such as sun-cream or protective clothing.
Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
Avoid taking tetracycline as it may reduce the Roaccutane 20 activity.
Do not take Roaccutane 20 if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor i ... Show more
Brief Description
Indication
Acne
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Severe, Recalcitrant Nodular Acne
Severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics
Adult: 0.5-1 mg/kg/ ... Show more
Child Dose
Severe, Recalcitrant Nodular Acne
Severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics
<12 years: Safety and eff ... Show more
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Severe: Reduce initial dose (e.g. 10 mg daily), then gradually increase to 1 mg/kg as necessary.
Contraindication
Pregnancy, lactation.
Mode of Action
Isotretinoin is a synthetic retinoid which reduces sebaceous gland size and sebum production. It also regulates cell proliferation and differentiation ... Show more
Precaution
Preexisting or predisposition to hypertriglyceridaemia (e.g. DM, obesity or increased alcohol intake). Monitor triglyceride levels. Monitor blood lipi ... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Cheilitis (90%),Xerosis,Xerostomia,Dry nose,Epistaxis,Pruritus,Conjunctivitis (including blepharoconjunctivitis) (40%),Irritation (40%),Increase ... Show more
Interaction
Additive toxicity with vitamin A or its derivatives. Decreased efficacy of microdosed progesterone (use 2 forms of contraception). May increase risk o ... Show more
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