Isopearl 10mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Isopearl 10mg Capsule

Isotretinoin(10mg)

food interaction for Isopearl Capsule

alcohol interaction for Isopearl Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Isopearl Capsule

lactation interaction for Isopearl Capsule

food
alcohol
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lactation
Isopearl 10mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Isopearl 10mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Isopearl 10mg Capsule 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.
UNSAFE
Isopearl 10mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Isopearl 10mg Capsule

Isotretinoin(10mg)

Isopearl capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of acne.

How isopearl capsule works

Isopearl 10mg 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 isopearl capsule

Dry skin, Increased liver enzymes, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Isopearl 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule

Isotretinoin

Q. Is Isopearl 10mg Capsule safe to use?
Isopearl 10mg 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, Isopearl 10mg Capsule should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.
Q. Is Isopearl 10mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Isopearl 10mg Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.
Q. What are the recommended tests during Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule has shown that the symptoms in the patients with acne may continue to improve following treatment with Isopearl 10mg Capsule.
Q. Why is Isopearl 10mg Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
If pregnancy occurs during treatment with Isopearl 10mg Capsule then, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.
Q. Can Isopearl 10mg Capsule cause cancer?
No, there are no reports of Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule?
A normal course of treatment of Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule affect male fertility?
No, Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule damage your liver?
There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Isopearl 10mg 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 Isopearl 10mg Capsule.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)