Acrotac 10mg Capsule 20'S

Psoriasis/Seborrhea/Ichthyosis (95)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Acitretin 10 mg

Manufacturer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Variant

20 Capsule(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULEACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE contains Acitretin which belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids. It is used to manage severe skin condition in which the skin has become thick and scaly. These skin problems include the psoriasis, ichthyosis and keratosis follicularis (Darier’s disease). It works by improving the normal growth of the skin. In psoriasis the cells in outer layer of the skin grow more faster than normal with red, irritated, inflamed, thicker skin. Always take ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. It should not be given to children as it may cause changes in bone growth. If it is given to a child, the doctor will decide the correct dose based on the child’s weight. This medicine is contraindicated in cases of the hypersensitivity (e.g. angioedema, urticaria) to acitretin or to other retinoids. Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, particularly at night time since your vision may be affected. Do not take this medicine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It can pass into your milk and may harm your baby. The most common

Uses

OF ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE Used to manage severe skin problems where skin has become thick and may be scaly (Psoriasis, Ichthyosis and keratosis follicularis (Darier’s disease)

How It Works

ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE works by inhibiting the excessive cell growth and keratinization (process by which skin cells become thickened due to the deposition of a protein within them).

Directions for Use

Always take ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water.

Side Effects

ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE Used to manage severe skin problems where skin has become thick and may be scaly (Psoriasis, Ichthyosis and keratosis follicularis (Darier’s disease) HOW ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE WORKSACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE works by inhibiting the excessive cell growth and keratinization (process by which skin cells become thickened due to the deposition of a protein within them). DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACROTAC 10MG CAPSULESERIOUS Allergic reaction with symptoms such as skin rash, swelling or itching of the skin, swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue Severe nasal congestion, asthma or wheezing Severe headache Feeling or being sick Problems with your eyesight Aches and pains in muscles, bones or joints COMMON Dry, irritated or swollen eyes, which may lead to intolerance of contact lenses Dry, irritated or runny nose, nose bleeding Dry mouth, thirst Dryness or inflammation of lips, which may alleviate by application of a fatty ointment. Increased level of fats in your blood (shown by blood test) RARE Increased blood pressure in the skull Night blindness Inflammation of the cornea in eye (ulcerative keratitis)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUse with CautionACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, particularly at night time since your vision may be affected. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. KIDNEYUse with CautionACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice. LIVERUse with CautionACROTAC 10MG CAPSULE should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.

Drug Interactions

STalk to your doctor if you are taking: An antibiotic called tetracycline (for an infection) Methotrexate (for skin problems, arthritis or cancer) Low dose progesterone only contraceptives (minipills) Medicines or vitamin supplements Other retinoid medicines including isotretinoin or tazarotene SYNOPSIS Drug : Acitretin Pharmacological Category : Retinoids Therapeutic Indication : Psoriasis, Ichthyosis and Keratosis follicularis (Darier’s disease) Dosage Forms : Capsule MORE INFORMATION Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

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Last Updated

03 Jul 2024

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