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Composition :

ISOTRETINOIN-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dermajoint India

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Djiso-20 Tablet

Djiso-20 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids (a synthetic form of vitamin A) primarily used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that cannot be cleared by any other treatments, including antibiotics. Nodular acne is severe acne that occurs due to excessive production of oil in the skin cells, causing swollen, red and tender lumps in the skin. Acne nodules are larger in size than typical pimples. 

Djiso-20 Tablet contains 'isotretinoin', a form of vitamin A that works by reducing sebum (skin's natural oil) production on the skin's surface by decreasing the activity and size of sebaceous glands. Thereby unblocks pores and kills acne-causing bacteria.

Take Djiso-20 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Djiso-20 Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience chapped lips, dryness of skin, eyes, nose, or lips. Most of these side effects of Djiso-20 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Djiso-20 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Djiso-20 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. If you have depression or any suicidal thoughts while taking Djiso-20 Tablet or after stopping treatment with Djiso-20 Tablet , please consult a doctor. Avoid sun exposure while using Djiso-20 Tablet as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.

Uses of Djiso-20 Tablet

Nodular acne

Directions for Use

Take Djiso-20 Tablet with food or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Djiso-20 Tablet is a synthetic form of vitamin A used to treat a severe form of acne. Djiso-20 Tablet reduces sebum (skin's natural oil) production on the skin's surface by decreasing the activity and size of sebaceous glands. Thereby unblocking pores and killing acne-causing bacteria. Also, Djiso-20 Tablet reduces swelling in the skin.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Djiso-20 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. If you have depression or any suicidal thoughts while taking Djiso-20 Tablet or after stopping treatment with Djiso-20 Tablet , please consult a doctor. Avoid sun exposure while using Djiso-20 Tablet as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. Do not undergo any cosmetic procedures while taking Djiso-20 Tablet and for a minimum of 6 months after stopping treatment with Djiso-20 Tablet as it may increase the risk of scarring. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, diabetes, hypervitaminosis A (high levels of vitamin A), liver or heart problems, weak bones, osteoporosis (bone loss), anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder where people eat too little), any mental problems such as psychosis (loss of contact with reality) or depression before taking Djiso-20 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IsotretinoinOxytetracycline
Critical
IsotretinoinDemeclocycline
Critical

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IsotretinoinOxytetracycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Co-administration of Djiso-20 Tablet with Oxytetracycline can increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri (caused by increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet and Oxytetracycline together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinDemeclocycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with Demeclocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and Demeclocycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinDoxycycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with Doxycycline may increase the risk of a rare condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and Doxycycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with aminolevulinic acid may increase the risk of a severe sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and aminolevulinic acid together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. After taking you should avoid exposure of the eyes and skin to sunlight or bright indoor lights for 48 hours. Incase you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with lomitapide may affect liver and cause liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
IsotretinoinTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with teriflunomide may affect liver and causes liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and teriflunomide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinTretinoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet together with tretinoin may increase the risk of hypervitaminosis A (excessive vitamin A-related effects).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and tretinoin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as increased pressure in the brain (headache, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances) or liver damage (fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinMinocycline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Djiso-20 Tablet:
Taking Djiso-20 Tablet with minocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Djiso-20 Tablet and minocycline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem though it doesn't clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
  • Avoid sun exposure while using Djiso-20 Tablet as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
  • Do regular hair wash and avoid contact of hair with the face.
  • Remove the make-up completely before going to bed.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RETINOIDS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Djiso-20 Tablet may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn.

No, you are not recommended to undergo any cosmetic procedures to smoothen your skin including waxing, laser procedures or dermabrasion (an exfoliating technique to remove outer layers of skin with a rotating instrument) while taking Djiso-20 Tablet and for minimum 6 months after stopping treatment with Djiso-20 Tablet as it may increase the risk of scarring.

You are not recommended to take vitamin A supplements with Djiso-20 Tablet as it may cause hypervitaminosis A (excessive levels of vitamin A in the body) leading to an increased risk of adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines or supplements with Djiso-20 Tablet .

No, Djiso-20 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause severe birth defects. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures before, while taking Djiso-20 Tablet and after 1 month of stopping treatment with Djiso-20 Tablet . However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Djiso-20 Tablet .

Djiso-20 Tablet may cause decreased night vision temporarily or permanently in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Djiso-20 Tablet to experience this side effect. Avoid driving after taking Djiso-20 Tablet if you are unable to see in the dark and consult a doctor if you notice any changes in vision or have painful or persistent dry eyes.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • DEMECLOCYCLINE
  • MINOCYCLINE
  • OXYTETRACYCLINE
  • ERAVACYCLINE
  • VITAMIN A

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are recommended before and while taking Djiso-20 Tablet to monitor liver functioning.
  • Do not donate blood while taking Djiso-20 Tablet and for one month after stopping Djiso-20 Tablet .
  • Do not squeeze, pop or pick spots as it may worsen them and cause permanent scarring.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nodular acne: It is severe acne that occurs due to excessive production of oil in the skin cells causing swollen, red and tender lumps in the skin which can be the size of pencil erasers or larger. The sebum inhibits sebaceous glands and stops oil from flowing out freely causing accumulation of sebum under the skin which increases the growth of acne-causing bacteria. Acne nodules are larger in size than typical pimples and affect the deeper layers of skin. Nodular acne can occur on the back, face and the body. If they are left untreated, it may cause permanent scars. The symptoms include long-lasting painful blemishes that feel like hard knots under the skin.

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