Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule 100.0 soft gelatin capsules in 1 bottle

All Details About Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule

Description:

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids, which are similar to vitamin A. It is used to treat a type of blood problem called acute promyelocytic leukaemia. It works by slowing the growth of certain types of diseased blood cells.

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule works by slowing the growth of certain types of diseased blood cells. It should be taken with food, preferably at the same time, each day, to avoid a missed dose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep using it regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again. Using more medicine or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster and may increase side effects.

The most common side effects include headache, fever, dry skin and rash. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the cream but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. You may need to apply smaller amounts or use it less often. Earnest side effects are rare.

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit exposure to the sun if possible. Drink plenty of water and use moisturizer as it may lead to dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes. It may make your skin more fragile. It is advised, not to have any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment. This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.

Uses:

Treatment of Acne
Acute promyelocytic leukaemia

Directions For 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. Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Tretinoid

Dry skin
Dry lips
Ashen red skin
Increased sensitivity to light
Headache
Fever
Bone pain
Rash
Visual impairment
Hair loss
Increased sweating
Mucosal inflammation
Erythema (skin redness)
Skin irritation

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Your ability to drive might be impaired while you are taking Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule, especially if you are feeling dizzy or have a severe headache.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, a cautious use of this medicine is advised in these patients.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, a cautious use of this medicine is advised in these patients.

FAQs:

Can I undergo cosmetic procedures while taking Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule?

Your doctor will decide whether you can continue taking or stop taking Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule before cosmetic procedures. However, it is advised to not undergo hair removal or laser treatments while using Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking before starting the treatment with this medicine. Also, consult the doctor before starting any cosmetic procedure.

Is it safe to use Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule?

Affirmative, Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to use when taken as advised by your doctor. However, like all medicines, even this medicine has some side effects, but it is not necessary that anyone who is taking these medicines might get these side effects. Please talk to your doctor if you get any unpleasant effects while taking this medicine.

How long am I supposed to use Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule?

Your doctor will decide the duration of your treatment depending on the severity of your disease and the results of your lab tests. Usually, the treatment with Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule takes around 4-5 months.

I am taking Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule. What should I do if I am planning to become pregnant?

It is important to consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant while taking Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule. Thoughtlly, pregnancy is not advised because this medicine can harm your baby. However, if you do get pregnant during the treatment with Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule, consult your doctor.

Why does Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule cause dry skin, dry lips and dry nose? How to manage these?

One of the most common side effects of Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule includes dryness of skin, nose and lips. Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule reduces the secretion of oil which results in skin dryness. Dryness due to Tretinoid Soft Gelatin Capsule can be managed by applying moisturizers or lubricants like Vaseline. You can also apply lip balm to relieve cracked and dry lips. Drink enough water to keep our body hydrated.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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