Isotroin
Isotroin is isotretinoin 10mg and 20mg soft capsules for acne vulgaris and severe cystic acne, a retinoid that cuts sebum at its source.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Isotretinoin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, soft
- Strengths
- 10 · 20mg
You will receive a quality branded generic or generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Isotroin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Severe Acne
- Alternative names
- Roaccutane
- Therapeutic class
- Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Retinoid
- Minor side effects
- dry skin; cheilitis; dry eyes
- Moderate side effects
- arthralgia; myalgia; elevated liver enzymes
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, soft
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Cipla Ltd
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- Ongoing
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- vitamin A supplements; tetracyclines; minocycline
- Age restrictions
- Consult specialist for adolescents.
Contraindications
pregnancy; breastfeeding; severe hepatic impairment; hypervitaminosis A; severe hyperlipidaemia
Precautions and warnings
avoid prolonged sun and UV exposure; moisturise skin and lips regularly; report any mood changes immediately
Serious side effects
teratogenicity, requires immediate medical attention; depression, requires immediate medical attention; pseudotumour cerebri, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Isotroin is isotretinoin 10mg and 20mg soft capsules for acne vulgaris and severe cystic acne, a retinoid that cuts sebum at its source.
Mechanism of action
A retinoid that reduces sebum production by shrinking sebaceous glands, while also preventing the formation of blocked pores and reducing inflammation associated with acne.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Absolutely contraindicated; causes severe birth defects. Breastfeeding: Do not use.
Isotroin contains the active ingredient isotretinoin, a recognised treatment for Acne Vulgaris and Severe Cystic Acne. The same substance is also sold under the brand name Roaccutane. Manufactured by Cipla Ltd, these tablets are available in strengths of 10mg and 20mg.
Buying Isotroin online
Generic isotretinoin, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand.
What you will receive
Isotroin is the name this medicine is listed under. What you receive is a branded generic or generic with the same active ingredient (Isotretinoin) at the same dose.
- We supply branded generics and generics only, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers, not originator brand packs.
- The exact brand and manufacturer depend on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.