Acutret 10 Capsule

Welcome to the information page for Acutret 10 Capsule, brought to you by Ipca Laboratories Ltd. This product contains the active ingredient Isotretinoin (10mg) and is indicated for Treatment of Acne. Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.

MRP: ₹ 215
Packing: 10.0 soft gelatin capsules in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Isotretinoin (10mg)
Brand: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Acne

Description

Acutret 10 Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative)
It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments
Acutret 10 Capsule should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Take it 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 taking the medicine regularly to get the most benefit
If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again.
The most common side effects include dry skin, rash, and increased liver enzymes
They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor.Acutret 10 Capsule may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit your exposure to the sun
It may also make your skin more fragile
Avoid any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment
Additionally, it may cause dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes so drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer
This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

Cautions

Liver:	UNSAFE: Acutret 10 Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Acutret 10 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acutret 10 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Acutret 10 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Acutret 10 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	UNSAFE: Acutret 10 Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acutret 10 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Retinoids- First generation
Therapeutic class:	DERMA
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Retinoid

Uses of Acutret 10 Capsule

In Treatment of Acne Acutret 10 Capsule helps treat acne by reducing the production of sebum (a natural substance) that causes acne
This kills acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing
It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep taking it even if it appears not to be working
Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer
This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Acutret 10 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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