Yerdon 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Auriga Labs
Salt Composition
Isotretinoin (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Yerdon 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative). It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Yerdon 20mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day to avoid a missed dose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep taking the medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Yerdon 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Yerdon 20mg Tablet is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Yerdon 20mg Tablet for the treatment of severe acne. Take it with food. Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Yerdon 20mg Tablet. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing. Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile. It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Do not take Yerdon 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Yerdon 20mg Tablet safe to use?
Yerdon 20mg Tablet should only be used in patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. It is associated with significant adverse reactions and its use must be carefully considered. It should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.
Is Yerdon 20mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Yerdon 20mg Tablet is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.
What are the recommended tests during Yerdon 20mg Tablet therapy?
Before treatment begins, your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked. These levels will also be monitored at 1 month after the start of treatment and subsequently at 3 monthly intervals unless more frequent monitoring is clinically indicated.
Is the effect of Yerdon 20mg Tablet permanent?
Many patients have experienced significant improvement in their acne condition following a single 15-20-week course. This treatment can effectively cure the condition and prevent it from returning. However, a second course may be required after an 8-week wait, as experience has shown that symptoms may continue to improve even after treatment with Yerdon 20mg Tablet.
Why is Yerdon 20mg Tablet so dangerous during pregnancy?
If pregnancy occurs while using Yerdon 20mg Tablet, there is an extremely high risk of the baby being born with severe birth defects.
Can Yerdon 20mg Tablet cause cancer?
No, there are no reports suggesting that Yerdon 20mg Tablet causes cancer. In fact, it may be beneficial in some forms of head, skin and neck cancers.
What are the long-term side effects of Yerdon 20mg Tablet?
While a normal course of treatment with Yerdon 20mg Tablet is 15–20 weeks, long-term effects on bone mineral density have not been studied. It may decrease bone mineral density in some patients, resulting in osteoporosis or fractures.
Does Yerdon 20mg Tablet affect male fertility?
No, Yerdon 20mg Tablet does not affect the fertility of male patients. No significant effects were observed on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.
Does Yerdon 20mg Tablet damage your liver?
There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Yerdon 20mg Tablet use. Regular laboratory tests are therefore necessary to monitor liver function. While most levels normalize after some time, if elevated for prolonged periods, your doctor may need to stop using Yerdon 20mg Tablet.
