Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2877

USA Brand Name

Soriatane

Strength

25mg

Generic Name

Acitretin

Manufacturer

Sun Pharmaceutical, India

## Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule:

Acitretin is the generic version for Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

Soriatane

## About Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule contains an active ingredient Acitretin 10 mg, which is used in the treatment of Acne and Psoriasis. You may buy it from any of the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Sun Pharmaceuticals (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule contains an active ingredient, Acitretin 10 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule is used in:

Acne

Psoriasis

Icthyosis

## How Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin) Works:

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin) mechanism is not known

## Before You Use Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Acitretin

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

You should avoid taking alcohol while you are on this therapy and for 2 months after stopping this therapy as it would increase the risk of side effects

Avoid dietary supplements containing vitamin A

Avoid wearing lenses or go out in strong sunlight while on this therapy

Avoid ultraviolet light

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

You should avoid Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Are having severe kidney/liver problems

Are pregnant/breastfeeding

You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have hypersensitivity or Allergy

Have Diabetes (High Sugar Levels)

Develop bone, joint or muscle pain or have troubles with moving

Have high levels of cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)

Have kidney/Liver Disease

Are Pregnant/breastfeeding women

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage :

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule contains Acitretin which is used in the treatment of Psoriasis. Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. Always consult your doctor before use and ask for the frequency and dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule at a fixed time after the meal probably with fatty meal or milk. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed. Take precautions while using this medicine.

## How Much Of The Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule.

## How To Take The Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin):

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule dose should be taken at a fixed time after the meal or as directed by your doctor. It is preferable to take it with milk or fatty meal. Swallow the capsule as a whole with water without chewing or crushing it. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin)

You are always advised to take Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

## Overdose :

Contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting the overdose Symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule (Acitretin)

Itching

Chapped and Dry Lips

Peeling Fingertips, Palms, and Soles

Scaly Skin

Weak Nails

Fragile Skin

Dry Mouth

Dry Nose

Conjunctivitis

Visual Disturbances

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Amikacin

Chloramphenicol

Nifedipine

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

## Warning And Precaution:

Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule should be used very cautiously in:

Allergy to Acitretin

Capillary leak syndrome

Erythroderm

It is not recommended in Breastfeeding/Pregnant women and Pediatric Population

If you are a woman of child-bearing age and on Acitretin therapy, then you should practice 2 methods of contraception; be sure to tell your doctor the medications that you use, and the doctor will tell you which methods are acceptable

Consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions

## Things To Remember:

Take the pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with Acitretin and for at least 3 years after you have stopped taking it.

Do not donate blood to any child bearing woman as it can harm an unborn baby

Do not share the drug with anyone

Keep out of reach of children

Consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time, and strength of the Capsule

## Indications :

Do not stop Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

## Storage:

Store the Acrotac 25 Mg Capsule at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the capsules should be intact and not damaged.