Why the product name matters
Food instructions differ among isotretinoin products. Some isotretinoin capsules require divided doses with food. Absorica and Absorica LD permit doses with or without meals.
Absorica and Absorica LD are not interchangeable milligram for milligram because their bioavailability and recommended doses differ.
What to follow at dose time
Use the directions on your prescription label. If the product name or food instruction is unclear, ask your pharmacist to identify the product and explain its directions before changing your routine.
Do not apply a universal fat-gram target or one required food to every product.
Frequently asked questions
Does every Accutane product need food?
No. Food directions vary by isotretinoin product. Follow the label for the product you were dispensed.
Do I need a specific number of fat grams?
Do not apply one fat-gram target to every product. Use your exact directions and ask your pharmacist if they are unclear.
Can I take Absorica with a meal?
Absorica and Absorica LD may be taken with or without meals.