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I now have all the information needed. Here is a complete explanation of the two circled medicines from your prescription by Dr. Sharad Mehta:

Your Prescription - Circled Medicines Explained

Your prescription is from Dr. Sharad Mehta (Dermatologist/Skin Specialist), dated 29/7/26, for a condition related to acne (the prescription header says "TE" which likely refers to Telogen Effluvium or it's just a short patient note). The two circled items are for acne treatment.

1. Cap Isotroin 20 (Isotretinoin 20 mg)

What it is: Isotroin 20 is a capsule containing Isotretinoin - a powerful oral Vitamin A derivative. It is the most effective medicine available for acne, especially moderate-to-severe or stubborn acne.

Your doctor's instructions:

1 OD x 20 days = Take 1 capsule, once daily, for 20 days
रात खाने के बाद (Raat khane ke baad) = Take it at night, after your evening meal

How to take it correctly:

Always take it with or just after a fatty/oily meal (like dal-roti with ghee, or rice with sabzi). A fatty meal increases absorption by up to 2x. Do NOT take on an empty stomach.
Take it at the same time each night for consistency.
Swallow the capsule whole - do not chew or crush it.

Important side effects to expect:

Dry lips (very common) - use a lip balm (like Vaseline) frequently. This is almost guaranteed.
Dry skin, dry nose - apply a good moisturizer daily.
Dry eyes - avoid contact lenses if possible; use lubricating eye drops.
Mild joint or muscle aches are possible.
Mild initial worsening of acne in the first 2-4 weeks is normal - do not stop.

Serious warnings:

Do NOT take if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Isotretinoin causes severe birth defects. Use contraception during and for 1 month after the course.
Avoid donating blood during treatment.
Avoid excessive sun exposure - use sunscreen daily.
Do not take extra Vitamin A supplements alongside this.
Inform your doctor if you feel severely depressed or have mood changes (rare but reported).

2. Klindcell (Clindamycin Gel) - Topical

What it is: Klindcell is a topical antibiotic gel containing Clindamycin (1%). It is applied directly on the skin to kill acne-causing bacteria (Cutibacterium acnes) and reduce inflammation.

Your doctor's instructions (as written):

Klindcell - ngl (apply) - 4am - This likely means apply the gel once at night (likely reading as "raat mein lagao" or "apply at night"). The "4am" may be the prescription shorthand - confirm with your doctor, but most clindamycin gels for acne are applied once or twice daily.

How to apply it:

Wash your face gently with a mild face wash and pat dry.
Wait a few minutes for skin to dry completely.
Apply a thin layer of the gel only on acne-affected areas (not all over the face).
Do not rinse off - leave it on.
Apply at night as directed.

Side effects:

Mild local dryness, redness, or irritation at the application site.
Usually very well tolerated.

Note: Since you are also taking Isotroin (oral isotretinoin), the combined effect on acne is strong. The Klindcell targets bacteria locally while Isotroin works systemically.

Full Prescription Summary

Medicine	How	When
Tab Telogain (01) x 20 days	1 tablet once daily for 20 days	As directed
Arewit 2% lotion	Apply locally	As written in Hindi
Ketoos 2P shampoo	Use as shampoo	As directed
Cap Isotroin 20 - 1 OD x 20 days	1 capsule once daily	After dinner at night
Klindcell gel	Apply a thin layer	At night on affected area

Important: If you experience severe mood changes, severe abdominal pain, vision changes, or any allergic reaction while on Isotroin, stop the medicine and contact Dr. Sharad Mehta immediately at 94600 67466.

⚠️ This explanation is for educational purposes. Always follow your doctor's exact instructions. Do not adjust doses on your own.

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