Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with KP Isonikhut-20. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
KP Isonikhut-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
KP Isonikhut-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
KP Isonikhut-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 ab...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
KP Isonikhut-20 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of KP Isonikhut-20 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you experience excessive tiredness, p...
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UNSAFE
KP Isonikhut-20 is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of KP Isonikhut-20mg capsule
Introduction
KP Isonikhut-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.
KP Isonikhut-20 should be used in the dose and duration...
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Uses of KP Isonikhut-20
Acne
Side effects of KP Isonikhut-20
Common
Dry skin
How to use KP Isonikhut-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. KP Isonikhut-20 is to be taken with food.
How KP Isonikhut-20 works
KP Isonikhut-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-inflamma...
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What if you forget to take KP Isonikhut-20?
If you miss a dose of KP Isonikhut-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 KP Isonikhut-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 KP Isonikhut-20 activity.
Do not take KP Isonikhut-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...
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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/...
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Child Dose
Severe, Recalcitrant Nodular Acne
Severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics
<12 years: Safety and eff...
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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...
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Precaution
Preexisting or predisposition to hypertriglyceridaemia (e.g. DM, obesity or increased alcohol intake). Monitor triglyceride levels. Monitor blood lipi...
Additive toxicity with vitamin A or its derivatives. Decreased efficacy of microdosed progesterone (use 2 forms of contraception). May increase risk o...
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