Isotroin
Developed to mitigate severe acne, utilized to target sebum production and support long-term skin health.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Isotretinoin
- Supply
- Rx
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, soft
- Strengths
- 10 · 20mg
Isotroin details
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Severe Cystic 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
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- 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
developed to mitigate severe acne, utilized to target sebum production and support long-term skin health.
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.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Isotroin
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
Isotroin is registered across 13 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. Generic isotretinoin, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. It is one of the most ordered dermatology products across the region, providing a solution for expats and people living far from well-stocked medical facilities who require consistent treatment for their skin condition.