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Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CapsuleS
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne when other treatments are ineffective. It contains Isotretinoin, which works by stopping the sebaceous glands from producing too much sebum and slowing the production of certain natural substances that can cause acne. Some people may experience dry skin and headaches. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

ISOTRETINOIN-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

East West Pharma India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids, primarily used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments, including antibiotics.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule contains 'isotretinoin', which works by stopping the sebaceous glands from producing too much sebum and slowing the production of certain natural substances that can cause acne.

In some cases, Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule may cause side effects like dry skin, headache, cold symptoms, and vision problems. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.

Uses of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule used in the treatment of nodular acne. The detailed uses of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule are as follows:

  • Treatment for nodular acne: Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule reduces acne lesions and treats severe nodular acne that is not responding to other treatments.
  • Sebum Reduction: Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule prevents acne by reducing oil production, avoiding the growth of acne, and shrinking the sebaceous gland.
  • Enhancement of Skin Texture: By encouraging the removal of dead skin cells and avoiding clogged pores, Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule helps to improve skin texture.

Directions for Use

  • Take Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule with food or as advised by your doctor.
  • It is advised to take Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule twice a day; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule used to treat severe nodular acne, especially when other treatments (like antibiotics) have failed.
  • It reduces oil (sebum) production by shrinking the sebaceous glands, helping to prevent clogged pores.
  • Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule reduces the buildup of dead skin cells and bacteria in pores. Thereby, prevents the formation of new acne.
  • Helps reduce redness, swelling, and tenderness of acne lesions.
  • By controlling severe breakouts, it helps reduce the risk of permanent scarring.
  • It often provides sustained acne clearance even after treatment ends.

How Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule Works

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule contains 'isotretinoin', which works by stopping the sebaceous glands from producing too much sebum and slowing the production of certain natural substances that can cause acne.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, loss of balance or coordination, warmth or tingling in your face and swollen or cracked lips. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you have asthma, diabetes, hypervitaminosis A (high levels of vitamin A), liver or heart problems, weak bones, osteoporosis (bone loss), anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder where people eat too little), any mental problems such as psychosis (loss of contact with reality) or depression before taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule .
  • If you have depression or any suicidal thoughts while taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule or after stopping treatment with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule , please consult your doctor.
  • Do not undergo any cosmetic procedures while taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule and for a minimum of 6 months after stopping treatment with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule , as it may increase the risk of scarring.
  • Stop taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule and call your doctor right away if you think you are pregnant, miss a menstrual period, or have had sex without using two forms of birth control.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IsotretinoinDoxycycline
Critical
IsotretinoinOxytetracycline
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IsotretinoinDoxycycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with Doxycycline may increase the risk of a rare condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and Doxycycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinOxytetracycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Co-administration of Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with Oxytetracycline can increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri (caused by increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and Oxytetracycline together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinDemeclocycline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with Demeclocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and Demeclocycline together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with aminolevulinic acid may increase the risk of a severe sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and aminolevulinic acid together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. After taking you should avoid exposure of the eyes and skin to sunlight or bright indoor lights for 48 hours. Incase you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinTretinoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule together with tretinoin may increase the risk of hypervitaminosis A (excessive vitamin A-related effects).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and tretinoin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as increased pressure in the brain (headache, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances) or liver damage (fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes). Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with teriflunomide may affect liver and causes liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and teriflunomide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IsotretinoinLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with lomitapide may affect liver and cause liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
IsotretinoinMinocycline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule:
Taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule with minocycline may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition called pseudotumor cerebri (increased pressure in the brain).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pinoin-20 Softgel Capsule and minocycline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem, though it doesn't clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
  • Avoid sun exposure while using Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
  • Regular hair washing is also recommended, and hair contact with the face should be avoided.
  • Remove the makeup completely before going to bed.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RETINOIDS

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause a rise in cholesterol levels.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is a Category X pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause severe birth defects. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Please consult a doctor before using Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule may reduce night vision in some patients. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule .

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Liver

Unsafe

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is usually not recommended for patients with impaired liver function. If you have any concerns regarding the use of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule in patients with heart problems, please consult a doctor.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor.

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FAQs

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that cannot be cleared by any other treatments, including antibiotics.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule may cause decreased night vision temporarily or permanently in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule to experience this side effect. Avoid driving after taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule if you are unable to see in the dark, and consult a doctor if you notice any changes in vision or have painful or persistent dry eyes.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn.

No, you are not recommended to undergo any cosmetic procedures to smoothen your skin, including waxing, laser procedures or dermabrasion (an exfoliating technique to remove outer layers of skin with a rotating instrument) while taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule and for a minimum of 6 months after stopping treatment with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule , as it may increase the risk of scarring.

You are not recommended to take vitamin A supplements with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule as it may cause hypervitaminosis A (excessive levels of vitamin A in the body), leading to an increased risk of adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines or supplements with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule .

No, Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause severe birth defects. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures before, while taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule and after 1 month of stopping treatment with Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule . However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule .

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Use Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule exactly as advised by the doctor as it is associated with adverse effects.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is not a steroid. It is a retinoid used to treat severe nodular acne.

Pregnancy tests, lipid profile tests, liver function tests, blood glucose tests, and creatine phosphokinase (CPK) tests are recommended tests during Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule treatment.

In most cases, the effect of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is permanent. Isotretinoin is a clinically effective anti-acne therapy that shows significant improvement in many patients.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule does not cause cancer. In fact, isotretinoin slows the growth of cancer cells by activating protein receptors in cells, including cancer cells.

Long-term use of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule , even in low doses, has not been studied and is not recommended. Hence, long-term side effects of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule have not been established.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule is not known to affect male fertility.

Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule might elevate liver enzymes. Therefore, regular liver function tests are advised.

Side effects of Pinoin-20mg Softgel Capsule include chapped lips and dry skin, eyes, nose, or lips. These side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 10, 2nd Cross, Maravaneri, Salem - 636007, Tamil Nadu.
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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 6, 2025 | 12:40 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2002/18662s051lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/isotretinoin.html
  3. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/isotretinoin-capsules/

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