Acnetat 20mg Capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects
โ ๏ธ Hepatotoxicity Risk
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 27, 2026
What is acnetat 20mg capsule used for?
Acnetat 20mg Capsule contains Isotretinoin, a retinoid used to treat severe nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments. It works by reducing sebum production, preventing clogged pores, and decreasing inflammation. It is taken with food, usually twice daily, and requires regular monitoring due to potential side effects.
- Generic Name: Isotretinoin (20mg)
- Manufacturer: Niyamba Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.
๐ acnetat 20mg capsule Uses & Benefits
Detailed medical information is being added to our database.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Isotretinoin (20mg) |
| Brand Name | acnetat 20mg capsule |
| Manufacturer | Niyamba Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Retinoids- First generation |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take acnetat 20mg capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
๐
Morning โ
โ๏ธ Afternoon โ
๐ Evening โ
๐ Night โ
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acnetat 20mg capsule
- Dry skin
- Increased liver enzymes
- Rash
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tetracyclines | Major | Increased risk of pseudotumor cerebri |
| Vitamin A | Major | Increased toxicity risk |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced efficacy of contraceptives |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased liver toxicity |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
Liver
Moderate
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for acnetat 20mg capsule
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Isotretinoin (20mg)):
-
actinin o 20mg soft gelatin capsuleZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd โน36.00 77.5% CHEAPER
-
davaindia isotretinoin 20mg capsuleDavaindia Generic Pharmacy โน42.00 73.8% CHEAPER
-
aczit 20mg capsuleCanixa Life Sciences Pvt โน108.17 32.4% CHEAPER
-
stayhappi isotretinoin 20mg capsuleSarvagunaushdhi Pvt Ltd โน108.89 31.9% CHEAPER
-
doin 20mg soft gelatin capsuleUltratech Pharmaceuticals โน117.19 26.8% CHEAPER
-
face 20mg capsuleBonsai Pharma โน120.00 25% CHEAPER
-
ivotex 20mg tabletZee Laboratories โน120.00 25% CHEAPER
-
treticure 20mg capsuleCure Quick Pharmaceuticals โน120.00 25% CHEAPER
-
tretimax 20 tabletInvision Medi Sciences Pvt Ltd โน124.60 22.1% CHEAPER
-
isotriti 20mg soft gelatin capsuleAndee Lifesciences โน125.00 21.9% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.