Table 5.
Tips for administering retinoid capsule to child*
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Keep out of direct sunlight, use capsule immediately after removing from packaging |
| Capsule can be swallowed whole or chewed |
| Poke a hole in capsule with sharp knife or nail clippers and add to food (note: capsule is very tough) |
| The capsule may be softened by placing in a small cup with warm water or milk for 2‐3 minutes |
| Add to limited amount (1 oz) of breast milk or formula for infants |
| Give with high fat food (such as whole milk, ice cream, peanut, or other nut butter) for best absorption |
| Freeze capsule in bite sized, soft centered chocolate and chew chocolate and capsule |
| *Adapted from https://www.stjude.org/treatment/patient‐resources/caregiver‐resources/medicines/a‐z‐list‐of‐medicines/isotretinoin.html. Accessed September 5, 2020. |