Contraception required
Effective contraception is required during treatment.
Medicine information SOTRET 20mg soft capsules
- Product code:
- W65391002
- Quantity:
- 30
- Indicated for:
- acne
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- isotretinoin (retinoid)
- ATC
- D10BA01 — Dermatologicals | Anti-acne preparations | Anti-acne preparations for systemic use | Retinoids for treatment of acne
Isotretinoin is a medication used to treat severe acne that does not respond to other therapies. It is a derivative of vitamin A and works by reducing sebum production, inhibiting inflammation, and preventing the formation of comedones.
The medication is taken orally, usually once or twice daily, as directed by a doctor.
Side effects may include dryness of the skin and mucous membranes, increased sensitivity to sunlight, joint or muscle pain. In rare cases, severe adverse effects such as depression or liver dysfunction may occur.
Pregnant women must not use isotretinoin as it can cause severe birth defects. Effective contraception is required during treatment and for a period after its completion.
The medication is taken orally, usually once or twice daily, as directed by a doctor.
Side effects may include dryness of the skin and mucous membranes, increased sensitivity to sunlight, joint or muscle pain. In rare cases, severe adverse effects such as depression or liver dysfunction may occur.
Pregnant women must not use isotretinoin as it can cause severe birth defects. Effective contraception is required during treatment and for a period after its completion.
General data about SOTRET 20mg
- Substance:
- isotretinoin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-10-2026
- Product code:
- W65391002
- Strength:
- 20mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- soft capsules
- Quantity:
- 30
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Price:
- 72.59 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Strengths available for isotretinoin
- 10mg
- 20mg
Combinations with other substances
Official documents
Warnings:
Contraindicated during pregnancy
Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.
Photosensitivity
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
Teratogenic / fetal risk
This medicine may affect fetal development.
Reimbursement lists for SOTRET 20mg Terapia
B - Sublist B with 50% discount from the reference price
- Price
- 72.59 RON
- Copayment
- 36.29 RON
- Patient payment
- 36.30 RON