Acitretin Benefits & Uses
Acitretin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Other Benefits
Acitretin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Acitretin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acitretin is used -
Moderate
- Conjunctivitis
- Conjunctivitis
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Mouth ulcer
- Mouth ulcer
- Blurred vision
Mild
Acitretin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Acitretin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Acitretin. If you are pregnant, do not take Acitretin without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Acitretin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Acitretin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Acitretin on the Kidneys?
Acitretin rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Acitretin on the Liver?
Side effects of Acitretin rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Acitretin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Acitretin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Acitretin with Other Drugs
Acitretin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Acitretin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acitretin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
- Depression
- Heart Disease
- High Cholesterol
Frequently asked Questions about Acitretin
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Is this Acitretin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acitretin has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Acitretin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Acitretin, so it is safe for use.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Acitretin for mental disorders.
No
Acitretin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Acitretin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acitretin and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Acitretin
Consumption of alcohol and Acitretin together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
See all substitutes for Acitretin
- Acrotac 25 Capsule - ₹1068.2
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- Aceret 25 Mg Capsule - ₹1002.25
- Acrotac 10 Capsule - ₹766.5
- Actoid 25 Capsule - ₹420.0
- Acipsor 25 Mg Capsule - ₹590.0
- Acitrin 10 Mg Capsule - ₹358.0
- A Tret 10 Mg Capsule - ₹270.0
- Aceret 10 Mg Capsule - ₹706.0
- Acipsor 10 Mg Capsule - ₹291.0
- Acitrin 20 Mg Capsule - ₹630.81
- Acitrin 25 Mg Capsule - ₹614.68
- A Tret 25 Mg Capsule - ₹590.0
- Sorid 10 Capsule - ₹358.47
- Zoratame 25 Mg Capsule - ₹600.0
- Zoratame 10 Mg Capsule - ₹350.0
- Acetec Capsule - ₹483.7
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Soriatane (acitretin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 892
