Acrotac 10mg Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Acitretin (10mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Retinoids |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Retinoids- Second generation |
| User Rating | 5.0 |
| User Reviews | 673 |
FAQ
Can I donate blood while on Acrotac 10mg?
No, you should not donate blood while on Acrotac 10mg. Moreover, do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Acrotac 10mg. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However, Acrotac 10mg does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.
How should I take Acrotac 10mg?
It is generally recommended to take Acrotac 10mg once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.
Is Acrotac 10mg an immunosuppressant?
No, Acrotac 10mg is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Acrotac 10mg?
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Acrotac 10mg and for 2 months after treatment. Acrotac 10mg and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
What should I avoid while taking Acrotac 10mg?
Acrotac 10mg may affect your night vision. Therefore, you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also, avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Acrotac 10mg can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
How long does Acrotac 10mg take to work?
Acrotac 10mg does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore, you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.
Is Acrotac 10mg an immunosuppressant?
No, Acrotac 10mg is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
What should I avoid while taking Acrotac 10mg?
Acrotac 10mg may affect your night vision. Therefore, you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also, avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Acrotac 10mg can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
How should I take Acrotac 10mg?
It is generally recommended to take Acrotac 10mg once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.
What is the most important information that I should know about Acrotac 10mg?
Acrotac 10mg can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Acrotac 10mg if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Acrotac 10mg may also cause liver damage. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
Can I donate blood while on Acrotac 10mg?
No, you should not donate blood while on Acrotac 10mg. Moreover, do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Acrotac 10mg. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However, Acrotac 10mg does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.
Does Acrotac 10mg affect sperm?
No, Acrotac 10mg does not affect the sperm. However, it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But, this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Acrotac 10mg?
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Acrotac 10mg and for 2 months after treatment. Acrotac 10mg and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
What is the most important information that I should know about Acrotac 10mg?
Acrotac 10mg can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Acrotac 10mg if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Acrotac 10mg may also cause liver damage. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
How long does Acrotac 10mg take to work?
Acrotac 10mg does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore, you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.
Does Acrotac 10mg affect sperm?
No, Acrotac 10mg does not affect the sperm. However, it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But, this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.
What if you forget to take Acrotac Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Acrotac 10mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Acrotac 10mg Capsule Reviews
Acrotac 10mg is a medicine that is similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It is used in the treatment of psoriasis. It works by stopping the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells.
Acrotac 10mg 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 Acrotac 10mg can cause fetal abnormalities.
How Acrotac 10mg Capsule Works
Acrotac 10mg is a retinoid. It has a structure similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It works by stopping overgrowth and thickening of skin cells in psoriasis.
How to Use Acrotac 10mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Acrotac 10mg is to be taken with food.
Uses of Acrotac 10mg Capsule
- Psoriasis
Acrotac 10mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CAUTION
Acrotac 10mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acrotac 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acrotac 10mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acrotac 10mg.
Liver
CAUTION
Acrotac 10mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acrotac 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Acrotac 10mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Acrotac 10mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Quick Tips
- Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
- 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.
- Do not take Acrotac 10mg 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.
- 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.
- It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
- Acrotac 10mg helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acrotac 10mg 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.
- Acrotac 10mg 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.
- It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
- Do not take Acrotac 10mg if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
- 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.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acrotac 10mg as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
- It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
References
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