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Acitrin 10mg Capsule

Manufactured By Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Composition Acitretin (10mg)

Package Size ( 10 Capsule in a strip )

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MRP Rs 28.24

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Acitrin 10mg Capsule

Item requires a valid prescription

Manufactured By Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Composition Acitretin (10mg)

Package Size ( 10 Capsule in a strip )

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MRP Rs 28.24

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₹19.77

Delivery: 2 days

Information about Acitrin 10mg Capsule

Description:

Acitrin 10mg Capsule 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.

Uses / Indications:

Psoriasis

Interactions / Warnings:

Taking alcohol and acitretin is not recommended because it increase the risk for birth defects in pregnant women.

Pregnancy interaction:

Acitrin 10mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:

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 Acipsor 10mg Capsule can cause fetal abnormalities.

Side Effects:

Dry lips, Dryness in mouth, Dry nose, Conjunctivitis, Skin peeling, Visual disturbance.

How to use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.Acitrin 10mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works:

Acitrin 10mg Capsule 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.

Faq for medicine:

Q: Is Acitrin a steroid?
A: No Acitrin is not a steroid

Q: Is it safe?
A: It is safe when used at the recommended dose and duration as advised by the doctor

Q: What is Acitrin?
A: Acitrin belongs to a class of medications called retinoids.It is used in the treatment of serious skin disorders such as severe psoriasis (dry, scaly, wax-like skin rash). It is also used to treat keratin deposition on skin (ichthyosis), skin rash (pityriasis) or small elevations of skin and mucosa (lichen ruber)

Q: Is it effective?
A: It is effective when used at the recommended dose and duration as advised by the doctor

Q: Can I take paracetamol or ibuprofen with acitretin?
A: There is no known adverse effect of taking paracetamol or ibuprofen with acitretin. Please follow the advice of your doctor on the same

Q: Does Acitrin cause weight gain or affect sperm?
A: No there are no known effects of Acitrin on weight gain and sperms. Please consult your doctor immediately if any side effects are observed while on this therapy

Q: How fast does Acitrin work and how long is it available in the body?
A: Acitrin may seem to worsen symptoms at the start but should be effective during the course of the therapy. Continue to use as per doctor's recommendations. Acitrin should be cleared from the body within 36 days post the last dose.