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Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

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Composition FOR Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Isotretinoin(20mg)

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Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.
CAUTION
Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
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Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Isotretinoin(20mg)

Ibitret soft gelatin capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of acne.

How ibitret soft gelatin capsule works

Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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).

Common side effects of ibitret soft gelatin capsule

Increased liver enzymes, Rash, Dry skin

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Expert advice FOR Ibitret Soft Gelatin Capsule

  • You have been prescribed Isotretinoin for the treatment of severe acne.
  • Take it with food.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Isotretinoin. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing.
  • Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
  • It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
  • Do not take Isotretinoin if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Isotretinoin

Q. Is Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe to use?
Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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, Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.
Q. Is Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule a steroid?
No, Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.
Q. What are the recommended tests during Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin 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.
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Q. Is the effect of Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin 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 Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule has shown that the symptoms in the patients with acne may continue to improve following treatment with Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.
Q. Why is Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
If pregnancy occurs during treatment with Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule then, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.
Q. Can Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause cancer?
No, there are no reports of Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin 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 Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
A normal course of treatment of Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin 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 Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule affect male fertility?
No, Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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 Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule damage your liver?
There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin 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 Ibitret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.

Content on this page was last updated on 24 November, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)