Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Isotretinoin
Drug Class
Anti-Acne Preparations
Chemical Class
Retinoid
What is Isotin?
Uses
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How It Works
Chemical Class
Retinoid
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Retinoid. It belongs to Dermatological Products and Retinoic Acid Derivative pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Isotretinoin is 300.44.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
35 to 70 mg — 24 hourly
2
Adult · Topical
0.05 % — 12 hourly
For 8 Weeks
3
Adult
Scraped Dose
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Each prescription of isotretinoin must be filled within
4
Child
Doses not established for this age group
Safety Alerts
History or family history of cutaneous epithelioma, pregnancy (effective contraceptive measures must be taken 1 month before, during and 1 month after therapy) lactation
Important Warnings
Avoid eyes, mouth, and mucous membrane, abraded or sun-burnt skin, avoid UV light, lactation
Side Effects
Local irritationdryness.
Drug Interactions
Keratolytics.
Storage
Caps Store Below 15°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 209
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 209
ServaidRs 140.7
Should you consider an alternative?
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Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
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