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Isotretinoin
Part of group: Systemic retinoid
SACAA Part 67 assessment
Not acceptable / incompatible with flying duties
Active ingredient(s)
2 in groupIsotretinoinAcitretin
Systemic retinoid
Stabilisation period
At least 2 weeks stable with normal vision and mood
Guidance notes
Systemic retinoids may reduce night vision, cause dry eyes and headache, and have been associated with mood change. Requires DAME notification, a stable side-effect-free period and confirmed normal night vision before flying.
Known SA brand names
RoaccutaneOrataneAcnetaneNeotigason
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