ISOTRETINOIN (Isotretinoin) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

ISOTRETINOIN

What is the Trade Name for ISOTRETINOIN?

Isotretinoin

What are the Indications for ISOTRETINOIN?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Isotretinoin capsules are indicated for the treatment of severe recalcitrant nodular acne in non-pregnant patients 12 years of age and older with multiple inflammatory nodules with a diameter of 5 mm or greater. Because of significant adverse reactions associated with its use, isotretinoin capsules are reserved for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. Isotretinoin capsules are retinoids indicated for the treatment of severe recalcitrant nodular acne in non-pregnant patients 12 years of age and older with multiple inflammatory nodules with a diameter of 5 mm or greater. Because of significant adverse reactions associated with its use, isotretinoin capsules are reserved for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use : If a second course of isotretinoin therapy is needed, it is not recommended before a two-month waiting period because the patient’s acne may continue to improve following a 15 to 20-week course of therapy. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use : If a second course of isotretinoin therapy is needed, it is not recommended before a two-month waiting period because the patient’s acne may continue to improve following a 15 to 20-week course of therapy [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) ] .

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