Isotretinoin soft capsules

1. Pharmacology: The mechanism of action of this drug is not yet fully understood. When used to treat acne, it can shrink sebaceous gland tissue, inhibit sebaceous gland activity, reduce sebum secretion, reduce epithelial cell keratinization and keratin plugging at the mouth of hair follicle sebaceous glands, and inhibit the growth and reproduction of Propionibacterium acnes. Recent studies have also shown that this drug can regulate inflammatory immune mediators related to the pathogenesis of acne and selectively bind to retinoic acid nuclear receptors to exert a therapeutic effect. 2. Toxicology: Tests have shown that it has severe teratogenic effects.

The main ingredient of this product is: isotretinoin, also known as 13-cis retinoic acid.

This product is a dark brown soft capsule, and the contents are an orange-yellow oily suspension.

Suitable for severe acne, especially nodular cystic acne. Retinoic acid is suitable for severe acne, especially nodular cystic acne, and can also be used for pityriasis rubra pilaris.

This product should be used under the guidance of a doctor. The oral dose for the treatment of acne should vary from person to person, ranging from 0.1 to 1 (mg/kg)/day. The generally recommended starting dose is 0.5 (mg/kg)/day, taken orally twice. This drug is fat-soluble, and taking it with meals can promote absorption. After 2 to 4 weeks of treatment, the dose can be adjusted as appropriate based on clinical effects and adverse reactions. A course of treatment is 6 to 8 weeks, and the drug can be discontinued for 8 weeks between courses. Symptoms can be continuously improved in the short term after discontinuation of the drug.

1. The side effects of this drug are similar to the clinical manifestations of vitamin A overdose. Common side effects include dry lips and skin, cheilitis, desquamation, itching, pain, rash, increased skin fragility, palmoplantar peeling, ecchymosis, and secondary infection. 2. Conjunctivitis, corneal opacity, visual impairment, papilledema, headache, dizziness, mental symptoms, depression, and benign intracranial hypertension in severe cases. 3. Loose hair and soft nails. 4. Osteoporosis, muscle weakness, pain, gastrointestinal symptoms, epistaxis, etc. 5. Taking the drug during pregnancy can lead to spontaneous abortion and fetal malformation. 6. Laboratory tests can cause rapid erythrocyte sedimentation rate, elevated liver enzymes, elevated blood lipids, elevated blood sugar, and decreased platelets. Most of the above side effects are reversible and can be gradually recovered after stopping the drug. The severity of the side effects is related to the dosage of this drug, the length of the treatment course, and individual tolerance. Mild adverse reactions do not require discontinuation of medication or can be used in reduced dosages. Severe adverse reactions require immediate discontinuation of medication and the patient should be treated by a doctor at a hospital. Most of the above adverse reactions are reversible and can be gradually recovered after discontinuation of medication.

It is contraindicated for use by pregnant women, lactating women, patients with liver and kidney dysfunction, vitamin A excess and hyperlipidemia.

Precautions for children: The safety for children is not known. Overdose may cause changes in bone structure, including premature fusion of epiphyseal discs in children. Precautions for pregnancy and lactation: Pregnant and lactating women are prohibited. Precautions for the elderly: Those with impaired liver and kidney function are prohibited.

1. The combined use of isotretinoin and tetracycline antibiotics can lead to pseudotumor cerebri and cause benign intracranial hypertension, with clinical manifestations of hypertension accompanied by headache, dizziness and visual impairment. 2. The simultaneous use of isotretinoin and vitamin A can produce symptoms similar to those of vitamin A overdose. 3. The simultaneous use of isotretinoin and carbamazepine can lead to a decrease in the blood concentration of carbamazepine. The simultaneous use of isotretinoin and warfarin can enhance the therapeutic effect of warfarin. The simultaneous use of isotretinoin and methotrexate (MTX) can increase liver damage due to the increase in the blood concentration of MTX.

Seal and store in a cool place.

10mg

24 months

Chongqing Huapont Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

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  2012-06-26

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  No. 69, Renhe Xingguang Avenue, Yubei District, Chongqing

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