Tretoact
Tretoact Products are primarily used for
Psoriasis
About Tretoact Products
Tretoact Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Tretoact are Lip inflammation, Dryness in mouth, Itching, Skin peeling, Hair loss, Dry skin, Dry eye, Inflammation of the nose.
How Tretoact Products work
Acitretin 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.
Patient Concerns about Tretoact Products
Frequently asked questions about Tretoact Products
Frequently asked questions about Acitretin
Q. Is Tretoact 25 Capsule an immunosuppressant?
No, Tretoact 25 Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Tretoact 25 Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
Q. How long does Tretoact 25 Capsule take to work?
Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Tretoact 25 Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Tretoact 25 Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. Does Tretoact 25 Capsule affect sperm?
No, Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. How should I take Tretoact 25 Capsule?
It is generally recommended to take Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. Can I donate blood while on Tretoact 25 Capsule?
No, you should not donate blood while on Tretoact 25 Capsule. Moreover, do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Tretoact 25 Capsule. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However, Tretoact 25 Capsule does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Tretoact 25 Capsule 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 Tretoact 25 Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
Q. Is Tretoact 25 Capsule an immunosuppressant?
No, Tretoact 25 Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Tretoact 25 Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
Q. How long does Tretoact 25 Capsule take to work?
Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Tretoact 25 Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Tretoact 25 Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. How should I take Tretoact 25 Capsule?
It is generally recommended to take Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.
Q. Can I donate blood while on Tretoact 25 Capsule?
No, you should not donate blood while on Tretoact 25 Capsule. Moreover, do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Tretoact 25 Capsule. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However, Tretoact 25 Capsule does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Tretoact 25 Capsule?
Tretoact 25 Capsule 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 Tretoact 25 Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
Q. Does Tretoact 25 Capsule affect sperm?
No, Tretoact 25 Capsule 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.