Isolox 10 mg Tablet 10's
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About ISOLOX 10 TABLETS
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids, primarily used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments, including antibiotics.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS contains 'isotretinoin', which works by stopping the sebaceous glands from producing too much sebum and slowing the production of certain natural substances that can cause acne.
In some cases, ISOLOX 10 TABLETS may cause side effects like dry skin, headache, cold symptoms, and vision problems. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Do not take ISOLOX 10 TABLETS if you are allergic to any of its components, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
Uses of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS used in the treatment of nodular acne. The detailed uses of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS are as follows:
- Treatment for nodular acne: ISOLOX 10 TABLETS reduces acne lesions and treats severe nodular acne that is not responding to other treatments.
- Sebum Reduction: ISOLOX 10 TABLETS prevents acne by reducing oil production, avoiding the growth of acne, and shrinking the sebaceous gland.
- Enhancement of Skin Texture: By encouraging the removal of dead skin cells and avoiding clogged pores, ISOLOX 10 TABLETS helps to improve skin texture.
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Directions for Use
- Take ISOLOX 10 TABLETS with food or as advised by your doctor.
- It is advised to take ISOLOX 10 TABLETS twice a day; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
- Swallow ISOLOX 10 TABLETS as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew or break it.
Key Benefits
- ISOLOX 10 TABLETS used to treat severe nodular acne, especially when other treatments (like antibiotics) have failed.
- It reduces oil (sebum) production by shrinking the sebaceous glands, helping to prevent clogged pores.
- ISOLOX 10 TABLETS reduces the buildup of dead skin cells and bacteria in pores. Thereby, prevents the formation of new acne.
- Helps reduce redness, swelling, and tenderness of acne lesions.
- By controlling severe breakouts, it helps reduce the risk of permanent scarring.
- It often provides sustained acne clearance even after treatment ends.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not take ISOLOX 10 TABLETS if you are allergic to any of its components, are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have asthma, diabetes, hypervitaminosis A (high levels of vitamin A), liver or heart problems, weak bones, osteoporosis (bone loss), anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder where people eat too little), any mental problems such as psychosis (loss of contact with reality) or depression before taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS .
- If you have depression or any suicidal thoughts while taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS or after stopping treatment with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS , please consult your doctor.
- Do not undergo any cosmetic procedures while taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS and for a minimum of 6 months after stopping treatment with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS , as it may increase the risk of scarring.
- Stop taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS and call your doctor right away if you think you are pregnant, miss a menstrual period, or have had sex without using two forms of birth control.
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Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with Doxycycline may increase the risk of a rare condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and Doxycycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
Co-administration of Isolox 10 mg Tablet with Oxytetracycline can increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri (caused by increased pressure in the brain).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and Oxytetracycline together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with Demeclocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and Demeclocycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with lomitapide may affect liver and cause liver problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with minocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and minocycline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with aminolevulinic acid may increase the risk of a severe sunburn.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and aminolevulinic acid together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. After taking you should avoid exposure of the eyes and skin to sunlight or bright indoor lights for 48 hours. Incase you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet with teriflunomide may affect liver and causes liver problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and teriflunomide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
Taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet together with tretinoin may increase the risk of hypervitaminosis A (excessive vitamin A-related effects).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isolox 10 mg Tablet and tretinoin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as increased pressure in the brain (headache, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances) or liver damage (fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem, though it doesn't clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
- Avoid sun exposure while using ISOLOX 10 TABLETS as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
- Regular hair washing is also recommended, and hair contact with the face should be avoided.
- Remove the makeup completely before going to bed.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Avoid consumption of alcohol with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause a rise in cholesterol levels.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is a Category X pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause severe birth defects. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Please consult a doctor before using ISOLOX 10 TABLETS while breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS may reduce night vision in some patients. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS .
Liver
Consult your doctor
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is usually not recommended for patients with impaired liver function. If you have any concerns regarding the use of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
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If you have any concerns regarding the use of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Heart
If you have any concerns regarding the use of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS in patients with heart problems, please consult a doctor.
Geriatrics
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Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that cannot be cleared by any other treatments, including antibiotics.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS may cause decreased night vision temporarily or permanently in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS to experience this side effect. Avoid driving after taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS if you are unable to see in the dark, and consult a doctor if you notice any changes in vision or have painful or persistent dry eyes.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn.
No, you are not recommended to undergo any cosmetic procedures to smoothen your skin, including waxing, laser procedures or dermabrasion (an exfoliating technique to remove outer layers of skin with a rotating instrument) while taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS and for a minimum of 6 months after stopping treatment with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS , as it may increase the risk of scarring.
You are not recommended to take vitamin A supplements with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS as it may cause hypervitaminosis A (excessive levels of vitamin A in the body), leading to an increased risk of adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines or supplements with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS .
No, ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause severe birth defects. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures before, while taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS and after 1 month of stopping treatment with ISOLOX 10 TABLETS . However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking ISOLOX 10 TABLETS .
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Use ISOLOX 10 TABLETS exactly as advised by the doctor as it is associated with adverse effects.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is not a steroid. It is a retinoid used to treat severe nodular acne.
Pregnancy tests, lipid profile tests, liver function tests, blood glucose tests, and creatine phosphokinase (CPK) tests are recommended tests during ISOLOX 10 TABLETS treatment.
In most cases, the effect of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is permanent. Isotretinoin is a clinically effective anti-acne therapy that shows significant improvement in many patients.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS does not cause cancer. In fact, isotretinoin slows the growth of cancer cells by activating protein receptors in cells, including cancer cells.
Long-term use of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS , even in low doses, has not been studied and is not recommended. Hence, long-term side effects of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS have not been established.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS is not known to affect male fertility.
ISOLOX 10 TABLETS might elevate liver enzymes. Therefore, regular liver function tests are advised.
Side effects of ISOLOX 10 TABLETS include chapped lips and dry skin, eyes, nose, or lips. These side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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