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SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE

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Composition FOR Sotret 5mg Capsule

Isotretinoin(5mg)

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alcohol interaction for Sotret Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Sotret Capsule

lactation interaction for Sotret Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
SOTRET 5 MG 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
SOTRET 5 MG 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 Sotret 5mg Capsule

Isotretinoin(5mg)

Sotret capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of acne.

How sotret capsule works

SOTRET 5 MG 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 sotret capsule

Dry skin, Increased liver enzymes, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Sotret 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 Sotret 5mg Capsule

Isotretinoin

Q. Is SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE safe to use?
SOTRET 5 MG 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, SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.
Q. Is SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE a steroid?
No, SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.
Q. What are the recommended tests during SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE has shown that the symptoms in the patients with acne may continue to improve following treatment with SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE.
Q. Why is SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE so dangerous during pregnancy?
If pregnancy occurs during treatment with SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE then, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.
Q. Can SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE cause cancer?
No, there are no reports of SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE?
A normal course of treatment of SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE affect male fertility?
No, SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE damage your liver?
There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with SOTRET 5 MG 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 SOTRET 5 MG CAPSULE.

Content on this page was last updated on 16 December, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)