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Sotretran 10mg is an acne medication that contains the main ingredient isotretinoin. The following article will provide readers with some information on how to use and note when using this drug.
1. What is Sotretran 10mg?
Sotretran 10mg contains the main ingredient isotretinoin with the use of treating severe cases of acne, especially in patients with cystic acne. The mechanism of action of Isotretinoin is to reduce secretion and stimulate the sebaceous glands, thereby helping to reduce scarring.
Sotretran 10mg is indicated for the treatment of severe acne in which patients are resistant or have low response to traditional treatments such as topical creams, drying, topical or systemic antibiotics. After a course of treatment, the drug can completely reduce or improve significantly. Isotretinoin should only be used to treat severe resistant acne because it can cause dangerous adverse reactions.
2. How to use Sotretran 10mg
The drug is taken orally during meals. Patients during treatment should avoid direct exposure to sunlight and abstain from alcohol use.
Sotretran 10mg is used with a starting dose of 0.5 - 1mg / kg / day, divided into 2 times / day, used for 15-20 weeks. The maximum recommended dose is 2mg/kg/day when treating very severe cases of acne, acne on the back or chest.
The maintenance dose is then reduced to 0.1 - 1 mg/kg/day. Treatment should be discontinued for 2 months before reintroduction.
The drug is not indicated for pregnant and lactating women. Patients are not allowed to donate blood while taking the drug.
Absolutely do not use Sotretran 10mg with vitamin A, Tetracycline, Minocycline, alcohol. Before taking isotretinoin, it is necessary to stop using other topical acne medications.
Some of the most common side effects are dry skin, dry nose, itching, nose bleed, dry mouth, mouth sores, joint pain. Some more rare reactions such as skin infections, hepatitis, sunburn. Reactions such as cerebral edema causing headache, nausea, vomiting and visual changes are very rare.
Above is information on what Sotretran 10mg is, dosage and note when using. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Sotretran 10mg exactly as directed by your doctor.
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