isotretinoin
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of isotretinoin
iso- + tretinoin a name for retinoic or Vitamin A acid, equivalent to t- (of uncertain derivation) + retino(ic acid) ( retin(ol) + -o- + -ic ) + -in 2
Example Sentences
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And isotretinoin, commonly known as Accutane, is an effective oral acne medication, though it can cause serious side effects, including birth defects and depression.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 18, 2023
The researchers tested that explanation by feeding mice isotretinoin, a derivative of vitamin A that increases RELMa synthesis, and then tallying how many mosquitoes bit the animals.
From Science Magazine ● Jun. 30, 2022
Dr Layton, a consultant dermatologist at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, said isotretinoin was found to be suitable for Annabel as she was "at risk of permanent scarring" from her acne.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2021
Dr El-Mansori told the inquest she had recommended isotretinoin, sold under the brand name Roaccutane, to Annabel as she was "at risk of permanent scarring" and she hadn't responded to previous treatments.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2021
The prescription drug isotretinoin significantly reduces the amount of sebum produced by the sebaceous glands, and is used to treat acne.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2015
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