Acitrin 20mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Ipca Laboratories Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Acitretin (20mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Retinoids |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
Action Class | Retinoids- Second generation |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 514 |
FAQ
Acitrin 20mg Capsule Reviews
Acitrin 20mg is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dry lips, dryness in the mouth, skin peeling, joint pain, itching, runny nose, nosebleeds, hair loss, and increased levels of blood fat. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.
Avoid sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun. Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as Acitrin 20mg can cause fetal abnormalities.
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How to Use Acitrin 20mg Capsule
Uses of Acitrin 20mg Capsule
- Psoriasis
Acitrin 20mg Capsule Side Effects
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Quick Tips
- You will need to take pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with and for at least 3 years after you stop taking this medicine.
- Acitrin 20mg helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
- Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood.
- Acitrin 20mg helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
- It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
- Do not take Acitrin 20mg if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
- It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
- It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
- Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood.
- Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
- It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
- Do not take Acitrin 20mg if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
- You will need to take pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with and for at least 3 years after you stop taking this medicine.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acitrin 20mg as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
- Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acitrin 20mg as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
References
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- Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1812.
- Acitretin. Palo Alto, CA: Connetics Corporation; Mar. 2004.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 15-17.
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- Acitretin [Pacakge Insert]. Palo Alto, CA: Connetics Corporation; 2014.