Glotret 20 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Glotret Benefits & Uses

Glotret is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Glotret Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Glotret Related Warnings

Is the use of Glotret safe for pregnant women?

Glotret shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Glotret safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Glotret. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glotret on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Glotret on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Glotret on the Liver?

Glotret may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glotret on the Heart?

Glotret can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Glotret with Other Drugs

Glotret should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Vitamin A

Tetracycline

Minocycline

Moderate

Adapalene

Alcohol

Cholestyramine

Glotret Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glotret unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Hearing Loss
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Depression
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Glotret

Is this Glotret habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glotret.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Glotret since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glotret is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Glotret is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Glotret Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glotret

Taking Glotret with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Glotret

Drinking alcohol while taking Glotret may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Glotret

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Glotret without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Glotret is a prescription drug, hence do not take Glotret without consulting doctor. This drug is specifically very harmful for patients and pregnant women or women planning pregnancy should not take it.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I donate blood after taking Glotret?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you are not supposed to donate blood donate after taking this drug. Blood can be only donated after one month of stopping this medicine Glotret. This medicine has some adverse effects which can be passed on from the doner to the receiver. Please inform the doctor and deny blood deny blood donation while taking Glotret.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Glotret cause tinnitus?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Glotret has been reported to cause tinnitus. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience ringing in the ears after taking this medicine, then inform your doctor about without any further delay.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take paracetamol with Glotret?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Glotret can be taken after paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions..

Question over 5 years ago

What is Glotret?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Glotret is a brand name of isotretinoin and it comes in different dosage forms such as a tablet, capsule, and cream as well. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called acne agents. It is used for the treatment of acne (severe recalcitrant nodular acne). When no other treatment works for acne then this medicine is given.