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Isopil 20 Tablet

Glowderma Labs Pvt Ltd
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Composition FOR Isopil 20mg Tablet

Isotretinoin(20mg)

food interaction for Isopil Tablet

alcohol interaction for Isopil Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Isopil Tablet

lactation interaction for Isopil Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Isopil 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Isopil 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Isopil 20 Tablet 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
Isopil 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Isopil 20mg Tablet

Isotretinoin(20mg)

Isopil tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of acne.

How isopil tablet works

Isopil 20 Tablet 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 isopil tablet

Dry skin, Increased liver enzymes, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Isopil Tablet

  • 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 Isopil 20mg Tablet

Isotretinoin

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

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)