Side Effect Of Isotretinoin- 360 Questions Answered

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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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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

Asked for Female, 20 Years 993 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

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

Asked for Male, 17 Years 195 Views v

Dr. Nishant Verma Gastroenterologist | Jodhpur

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

Asked for Female, 30 Years 149 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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.....

Asked for Female, 23 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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 .......

Asked for Female, 26 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Maninderjit Singh Dermatologist | Fatehgarh Sahib

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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?

Asked for Male, 17 Years 1309 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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

Asked for Female, 28 Years 481 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

Asked for Female, 22 Years 486 Views v

Dr. Manas Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

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.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 47 Views v

Dr. A Ompriya Cosmetologist | Chennai

Carbamazepine may reduce isotretinoin effects ... 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?

Asked for Male, 22 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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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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Asked for Male, 21 Years 40 Views v

Dr. Uzma Sami Dermatologist | Lucknow

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I am taking isotretinoin 20 mg capsule twice a day from 10 days as prescribed by my doct for an skin problem... I have started taking weight gainer from today... Would it cause any side effects..as because of isotretinoin my lips are getting very much dry... Iam 26 year old with no medical illness..just underweight... I have attached the image of c

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 98 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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 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 ?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 197 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | Khanna

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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

Asked for Female, 29 Years 36 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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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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Asked for Female, 30 Years 23 Views v

Dr. Naresh Kumar Psychiatrist | Faridabad

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

Asked for Female, 19 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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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 ?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 52 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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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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Asked for Male, 21 Years 581 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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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Asked for Male, 21 Years 349 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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Asked for Male, 19 Years 74 Views v

Dr. Remala Archana Cardiologist | Vijayawada

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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

I have been taking isotretinoin from last 20 days and now experiencing pain in between chest nd stomach(sometimes) very similar when I was diagnosed with Hpylori... should I continue taking this medicine for my acne or should I stop as I don't want to go through any severe gastrointestinal issue.. or till how long can I take this medicine without a

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 258 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

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I am prescribed ISOtretinoin for Acne but also fluconazole and allegra for infection. Is it safe to have this medicinie together?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 173 Views v

Dr. Palak Deshmukh Dermatologist | Pune

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They can be taken. You can keep a gap of sometime and take. ... Read More

My triglycerides are 193 after taking 25 pills of isotretinoin 10mg for 50 days .Total cholesterol is 183 .can i stop taking isotretinoin?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 236 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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 start and stop taking Isotertinoin to treat pimples on my own? For example - 10 days and then stop and continue when I get acne again?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 309 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

It's been 3 months of intake of Isotretinoin. Can I plan pregnancy? Took this for acne control.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 188 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Is Isotretinoin a birth control pill? Can we plan pregnancy after 1 month of intake of this tablets?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Pratibha P S Gynecologist | Bangalore

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its not birth control pill..its used for acne. ... Read More

I have a mild pimple problem from past 10 years ,I tried benzol peroxide and aziderm it is not worked on my pimples . I recently consulted doctor she has given isotretinoin 10 mg for day by day. Is it OK to use them day by day ?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 112 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

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Side effect of isotretinoin

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.😊

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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 ?

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?

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

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

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

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

I am prescribed ISOtretinoin for Acne but also fluconazole and allegra for infection. Is it safe to have this medicinie together?

My triglycerides are 193 after taking 25 pills of isotretinoin 10mg for 50 days .Total cholesterol is 183 .can i stop taking isotretinoin?

Can I start and stop taking Isotertinoin to treat pimples on my own? For example - 10 days and then stop and continue when I get acne again?

It's been 3 months of intake of Isotretinoin. Can I plan pregnancy? Took this for acne control.

Is Isotretinoin a birth control pill? Can we plan pregnancy after 1 month of intake of this tablets?

I have a mild pimple problem from past 10 years ,I tried benzol peroxide and aziderm it is not worked on my pimples . I recently consulted doctor she has given isotretinoin 10 mg for day by day. Is it OK to use them day by day ?

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