isokon 5mg capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
โ ๏ธ Hepatotoxicity Risk
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 30, 2026
What is isokon 5mg capsule used for?
isokon 5mg capsule (Isotretinoin (5mg)) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Isotretinoin (5mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Isotretinoin (5mg)
- Manufacturer: Eskon Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ isokon 5mg capsule Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Isotretinoin (5mg) |
| Brand Name | isokon 5mg capsule |
| Manufacturer | Eskon Pharma |
| 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 isokon 5mg capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of isokon 5mg capsule
- Dry skin
- Increased liver enzymes
- Rash
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for isokon 5mg capsule
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teen-tret 5 softgel capsuleCutis Biotech โน85.00 13.3% COSTLIER
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.