Isotretinoin
A highly potent oral retinoid used to treat severe, nodular, cystic acne that has failed other treatments.
🧴 Clinical Application
Take oral capsule once or twice daily with food as prescribed. Follow dermatologist's exact guidelines.
⚠️ Side Effects
Extreme dryness of lips, skin, and eyes; joint pain; elevated cholesterol; mood changes.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Strictly contraindicated in pregnancy. Requires enrollment in a risk management program. Do not donate blood.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Isotretinoin
Found 2 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Isotretinoin Capsules 20mg
Tretinoin (all-trans retinoic acid) is a topical retinoid on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It binds to nuclear retinoic acid receptors (RAR), modifying gene expression to decrease follicular epithelial cohesiveness, stimulating mitotic turnover of follicular epithelial cells, expelling existing comedones, and preventing new microcomedone formation. Indicated for topical treatment of acne vulgaris and photoaged skin (fine facial wrinkles).
Isotretinoin Capsules 10mg
Tretinoin (all-trans retinoic acid) is a topical retinoid on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It binds to nuclear retinoic acid receptors (RAR), modifying gene expression to decrease follicular epithelial cohesiveness, stimulating mitotic turnover of follicular epithelial cells, expelling existing comedones, and preventing new microcomedone formation. Indicated for topical treatment of acne vulgaris and photoaged skin (fine facial wrinkles).
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Isotretinoin.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isotretinoin Capsules 20mg | 10's | ₹46.88 | ISOTROIN, SOTRET, ISOTRENOL, TRETIN | ₹283.54 | 83% Save |
| Isotretinoin Capsules 10mg | 10's | ₹28.13 | ISOTROIN, SOTRET, TRETIN | ₹220.79 | 87% Save |
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