What does "isotretinoin" mean?

A cis isomer of retinoic acid that is a synthetic derivative of vitamin A, inhibits sebaceous gland function and keratinization, and is used in the treatment of severe inflammatory acne but is contraindicated in pregnancy because of its implication as a cause of birth defects.

What is a synonym for "isotretinoin"?

Common synonyms include: accutane.

How do you pronounce "isotretinoin"?

Pronounced //ˌʌɪ.sə(ʊ).tɹəˈtɪn.əʊ.ɪn//.

Isotretinoin

//ˌʌɪ.sə(ʊ).tɹəˈtɪn.əʊ.ɪn// noun

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Noun

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A cis isomer of retinoic acid that is a synthetic derivative of vitamin A, inhibits sebaceous gland function and keratinization, and is used in the treatment of severe inflammatory acne but is contraindicated in pregnancy because of its implication as a cause of birth defects. uncountable

Synonyms

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accutane

Etymology

From iso- + tretinoin.

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