Isotretinoin meaning

ī'sō-trĕt'n-oin'
One of two isomers of a vitamin A derivative, C20 H28 O2 , that inhibits sebaceous gland secretion and is used orally to treat severe, inflammatory acne.
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A synthetic isomer of retinoic acid that inhibits sebaceous gland secretion and is used in the treatment of severe nodular acne. It can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy.
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(pharmacology) A medication used in the treatment of acne and cancer.
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Origin of isotretinoin

iso– tretinoin retinoic acid (t(rans)–) (retino(ic acid)) (–in)

Sentence Examples

  • One of the cases has a sibling with a manic episode after isotretinoin treatment.

  • Sexually active young women being treated with isotretinoin must use a reliable contractive, and they need to use contraception for up to one month after stopping use of the drug.

  • It is treated with oral isotretinoin and corticosteroids.

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