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My doctor prescribed me isotretinoin 20 mg... But today pharmacist gave me isotretinoin micronized...due to unavailability of simple isotretinoin... So my question is.. Are isotretinoin and isotretinoin (micronized) same..? Can I take micronized one..? Thanks.😊

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For how many months should ISOTRETINOIN 20mg should be taken? And will acne come back after we have stopped taking ISOTRETINOIN

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Can i take isotretinoin i have 2.00 bilirubin Can i take isotretinoin i have 2.00 bilirubin Please answer

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Check Complete LFT First Sir ...  Read More

I am using isotretinoin but I have severe cold ....should I continue using it or stop for a few days

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can isotretinoin cause autoimmune diseases...can we use isotretinoin with asthma and gastric issues.....

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No..it won't... however treatment of acne depends on the grade....Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oil ...  Read More

I am on isotretinoin 5 mg for 2 days and I am feeling very drowsy is it connected to isotretinoin .......

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I am in my second week of isotretinoin with 40mg/day.I have some white heads on cheeks.Can isotretinoin make them go away?

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No...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatm ...  Read More

Can isotretinoin be taken after having coffee..I am taking 5mg...will it happen if taken after taking caffeine

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have been taking isotretinoin since 10 days ...my hair is falling out ...I want to stop the drug ...can I stop the drug after 10 days

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Hairfall after initiating isotretinoin is common. You can add a hair serum to your regimen. ...  Read More

Can I take isotretinoin with mazetol 200( prescribed by my dermatologist). The prescription is for two weeks. Can someone please suggest.

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Carbamazepine may reduce isotretinoin effects ...  Read More

My son took Accutane (isotretinoin) (20 mg) for about 2 weeks. Shortly after starting it, he developed significant dryness and discomfort. He stopped the medicine about 35 days ago, but symptoms are still present and fluctuate in severity. Eyes: He has dry and sometimes painful eyes. Eye drops provide temporary relief. He feels the left upper eyeli

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U can consult an dermatologist for this ...  Read More

My son took Accutane (isotretinoin) (20 mg) for about 2 weeks. Shortly after starting it, he developed significant dryness and discomfort. He stopped the medicine about 35 days ago, but symptoms are still present and fluctuate in severity. Eyes: He has dry and sometimes painful eyes. Eye drops provide temporary relief. He feels the left upper eyeli

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Isotretinoin commonly causes marked dryness of the eyes, lips, nose and throat, and symptoms can persist for some time after stopping. Eye pain or blurred vision should not be managed only with dropsâ ...  Read More

Ok so doctor prescribed me to take isotretinoin 10mg like 1 year for my acne problem but again after 1year I am having the same problem but I have to take isotretinoin 20mg as 10mg is not avaliable and I am taking my medication after 1 or 2day gap is it ok please correct me if I am doing something wrong.

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am a 30-year-old female with recurring acne that mainly occurs when I am living in Pune. My skin becomes much clearer whenever I travel to or stay in other cities, so I suspect the humid weather or environmental factors in Pune may be triggering my breakouts. My dermatologist prescribed oral isotretinoin along with topical clindamycin for 2 weeks

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am an 18 year old male, 55kg, from Indore. I have been dealing with face and chest acne for 5 years along with extremely oily skin. I have been consistent with basic skincare for 2 years. I use Adapalene + Clindamycin phosphate gel (sandwich method, every other day) and my skin clears up within 2 weeks of regular use. However acne returns w

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Cannot answer without examination. Please contact me using online consult option for proper ...  Read More

I consulted one dermat regarding acne and he asked me to take isotretinoin and consult after every 21days. So after two complete dosage(42days), i tried to book an appointment with the same doctor again but he was not available(I waited around a week). During that time i stopped taking isotretinoin because i didnt want to take any medicine without

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See isotretinoin needs some time to work, when ilthe isotret started to work you stopped it, Much more detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment ...  Read More

I am taking finasteride from last 1 year and recently I have acne So I have visited to an dermatologist and She has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly give me clear cut answer both can be taken or not Please Don't say for online consultation only give me answer

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am taking finasteride from last one year and I have acne also So I have visited to an dermatologist she has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly tell it will taken both simultaneously or not If not Why?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can i use isotretinoin whenever i have acne, my doctor advised me isotretinoin for acne, after taking isotretinoin i again got acne, is there any permanent treatment for acne or shall i take isotretinoin cycle again?

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For more logical explanation to this problem that you are referring to please take online opinion ...  Read More

Hi I have good skin care , currently I am using tretinon 0.025 % and use aha bha peel by dermaco , so want to know that can I took isotretinoin supplement without prescription and I am in thyroid medication is there any problem if I took it , before skin care my face is full with commedonal acne after the skin care it cure but. There are few

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Kindly consult online for personalised treatment plan ...  Read More

I had acne and doctor told me to take isotretinoin 10 mg ( Zitblow 10mg). I took it for 5 months daily at night . Skin got clear and I visited the doctor again today and he asked me to take the same for 6 more months . What should I do ?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi I have been on low dose 10 mg isotretinoin and 100 mg aldactone for the last 2 months. My acne is nearly gone but I have a lot of acne marks. I have my marriage engagement in July. Is it safe to go for a yellow peel on isotretinoin and aldactone?

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I have taken isotretinoin 16mg from 10 Dec 2024 to 10 Jan 2025 (1 month). After 3 months(15 April 2025), I am pregnant. Is there any risk of birth defects involved? Is there any test to check if isotretinoin is out of our body.. Thanks

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So, i have been prescribed isotretinoin by my dermatologist for my acne. I don't have really severe acne but there's been a few spots on my cheek where there has been some acne constantly for 7 months now and also have left PIH. I read this medicine causes depression as its side effects. I am someone who is prone to mood swings and anxiety and som

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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ...  Read More

Can i consume Norethisterone and Isotretinoin both at a time once per day. Will Norethisterone work with Isotretinoin or not . (I am using Norethisterone(primoult n) to delay my periods) Will my periods be delayed or there won't be any effect of Norethisterone

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Can i consume Norethisterone(only for few days) with Isotretinoin both together once per day ? If yes does the Norethisterone medicine do its work ?

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I have acne , dermatologist recommended isotretinoin capsule 20mg which resulted very bad and I took capsule only 2 days,I had near death experience all of my bone joints started to pain especially my backbone and whole chest got locked and I wasn't able to move nor breathe properly even though I have no history of bone pain , I have some breathing

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have acne , dermatologist recommended isotretinoin capsule 20mg which resulted very bad and I took capsule only 2 days,I had near death experience all of my bone joints started to pain especially my backbone and whole chest got locked and I wasn't able to move nor breathe properly even though I have no history of bone pain , I have some breathing

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can i have anti depressants while on isotretinoin 10mg medication? if so when and which depressant would you recommend?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I'm 19 male, my total cholesterol is 162, triglycerides 66, hdl 27, vldl 13.2, ldl 121, non hdl 135 , bp usually in 132/80 or less , slightly elevated sugar after i started taking isotretinoin from normal healthy range , i have been walking 10k+ steps from past 1 month and consistently scoring 150+ heart points as per google fit , complete veg diet

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U can take isotretinoin based on your skin condition if advised by a dermatologist Your Good cholesterol levels are low u need dietary modifications please consult for advice ...  Read More

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