Roaccutane
Isotretinoin
Ingredients & Drug Type
Roaccutane is listed as Dermatology containing Isotretinoin. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Isotretinoin
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatology
- Dosage form
- Capsule
- Strength
- 20mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 0.5–1 mg/kg/day مع الطعام
- Frequency
- مرة أو مرتين يومياً
- Route
- topical
- Frequency: مرة أو مرتين يومياً.
- Route: topical.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
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Medical Overview
Roaccutane is listed as Dermatology containing Isotretinoin. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
Roaccutane (isotretinoin) is acne’s only potentially permanent cure — shrinking sebaceous glands themselves over a weight-based cumulative course. It is also medicine’s most notorious teratogen: two contraception methods + monthly pregnancy tests through one month post-course, no blood donation, universal lip dryness, lipid/liver monitoring, mood vigilance, no tetracyclines or waxing. Dermatologist-run, non-negotiably.
Uses / Indications
- Severe cystic acne resistant to treatment
- Acne, allergy, inflammation, skin infection, or itching depending on diagnosis.
Side Effects
- شبه الحتمي: جفاف شفاه (100% تقريباً — مرطب الشفاه رفيق الكورس)
- جفاف جلد وعين وأنف (رعاف خفيف)
- وحساسية شمس. الشائع: ارتفاع دهون الدم وخمائر الكبد (تُفحص دورياً)
- آلام عضلية مع الرياضة الشديدة. المرحلي: اشتعال مؤقت للحبوب بالأسابيع الأولى (متوقع — لا تتوقف). المراقَب: تقلبات مزاج (العلاقة السببية محل جدل علمي
- والمراقبة واجبة بكل الأحوال — أي تدنٍّ مزاجي يُبلغ فوراً).
- Irritation, dryness, redness, itching, or local allergy.
Contraindications
- **الحمل: الممنوع الأعظم** — تشوهات مؤكدة شديدة حتى بجرعات قصيرة: لدى النساء لا يبدأ إلا بعد اختبار حمل سالب
- وسيلتا منع فعالتان طوال الكورس **وحتى شهر كامل بعد آخر قرص**
- واختبار شهري. الإرضاع ممنوع. قصور كبدي
- دهون مرتفعة شديدة
- وفرط فيتامين A. لا تبرع بالدم أثناءه وحتى شهر بعده (قد يصل دمك حاملاً).
- Deep wounds, severe infection, or ingredient allergy without medical assessment.
Warnings
- Definitely teratogenic — requires pregnancy test and strict contraception
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes unless the product is intended for that area.
Drug Interactions
- التتراسايكلينات (دوكسيسايكلين وأقاربه) ممنوعة معه (ارتفاع ضغط الدماغ الكاذب)
- فيتامين A ومكملاته تراكم سمية
- والكحول يجهد الكبد المفحوص أصلاً. التقشير والليزر وإزالة الشعر بالشمع تؤجل لما بعد الكورس بأشهر (جلد هش).
- Tell your clinician about other skin products, especially peels, steroids, and topical antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Apply a thin layer only to the affected area.
- Wash hands after use.
- Use sun protection with photosensitizing medicines.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Roaccutane?
Roaccutane contains Isotretinoin and is categorized as Dermatology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Roaccutane?
Catalog dosing information includes: 0.5–1 mg/kg/day مع الطعام. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Roaccutane?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Roaccutane be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.