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Nimegen drug belongs to the group of dermatological drugs with the main ingredient isotretinoin that works to treat severe cases of acne by reducing secretions and stimulation in the sebaceous glands, thereby reducing scarring and reducing irritation.
1. What does Nimegen do?
Nimegen medicine has the main ingredient Isotretinoin which is an acne treatment drug. Cases of severe inflammatory and scarring acne involve increased secretions from the sebaceous glands and irritation and scarring. Therefore, Isotretinoin will reduce secretion and stimulate the sebaceous glands, effectively reducing scars. Nimegen is usually indicated for the following conditions:
Treatment of severe acne, especially cystic acne that is resistant to or minimally responsive to traditional treatments such as topical creams, drying, oral or topical antibiotics. in place. After a course of treatment, the drug completely relieves or improves long-term symptoms. Because of adverse reactions, isotretinoin should only be used to treat acne that is severely resistant. Nimegen is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of its components, pregnant and lactating women. In addition, the patient did not donate blood while taking the drug.
2. Dosage of Nimegen
Nimegen drug is prepared in the form of softgels used orally with meals, patients absolutely do not chew the drug when drinking and do not use alcoholic beverages during the treatment period. Limit exposure to sunlight, as it can reduce the effectiveness of the drug. Depending on the subjects and treatment goals, the dose of Nimegen will be different, specifically as follows:
Initial dose (15-20 weeks first): 0.5-1 mg/kg/day divided into 2 times a day. Do not use more than 2 mg/kg body weight per day. Usual therapeutic dose: 0.1-1 mg/kg body weight according to the doctor's instructions. Discontinue at least 2 months before starting the next course. Dosage for children over 12 years of age is similar to that of adults. Dosage for patients with severe renal impairment: 10 mg/day. May be gradually increased to 1 mg/kg depending on response to treatment
3. Nimegen . side effects
In some patients when using Nimegen, side effects may occur such as:
Dry skin, itching, anaphylaxis or rash Dry nose, nose bleeding Mouth sores, dry mouth Inflammation of the eyes Joint pain Infection skin, sunburn easily Hepatitis Rare effects: nausea, vomiting, headache and vision changes
4. Be careful when using Nimegen
Some general notes when using Nimegen drugs include:
During the use of Nimegen, it is necessary to use continuous contraception, because the drug has the ability to cause teratogens. Do not peel the face, do not use wax to remove hair during Nimegen treatment, because there is a risk of increasing skin pigmentation or causing keloid scars after treatment Avoid sunlight while using Nimegen Use Nimegen on patients with diabetes, obesity, alcoholism, lipid metabolism disorders Do not use Nimegen together with vitamin A, minocycline, tetracycline and alcohol Stop using other topical acne medications before taking Isotretinoin Drugs Nimegen belongs to the group of dermatological drugs with the main ingredient isotretinoin that works to treat severe cases of acne by reducing secretions and stimulating the sebaceous glands. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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