Also Known as Neotigason
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Strength | Pack Size | Qty | |
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Strength
10mg
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Strength
25mg
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The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
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Soriatane is used to help relieve and control severe skin disorders, such as severe psoriasis.
Fact Table |
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Formula |
C21H26O3 |
License |
FDA approved |
Bioavailability |
Approximately 60% (with food) |
Legal status |
Prescription only |
Chemical Name |
Acitretin |
Elimination half-life |
49 hours (range 23–96 hours) |
Dosage (Strength) |
Capsules: 10 mg, 25 mg |
Pregnancy advice |
Contraindicated; known teratogen |
Brands |
Soriatane, Neotigason |
Protein binding |
>99.9% |
PubChem CID |
5284513 |
MedlinePlus |
a601010 |
ChEBI |
CHEBI:50173 |
ATC code |
D05BB02 |
DrugBank |
DB00459 |
KEGG |
D02754 |
Routes of administration |
Oral |
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication includes chapped, red or swollen lips, difficulty in wearing contact lenses, dryness of eyes, dry or runny nose, increased ability to sunburn, increased amount of ear wax, itchy skin, nosebleeds, irritation in mouth or swollen gums, loss of hair, scaling and peeling of eyelids, fingertips, palms and soles of feet, sticky skin and unusual thirst.
What is Soriatane?
Soriatane is a drug called acitretin. It treats severe psoriasis in adults, but it's not a cure and psoriasis may come back after stopping.
What does acitretin do to the body?
Acitretin is like vitamin A and helps normal skin cell growth. It stops skin cells from growing too much.
What are the most common side effects of acitretin?
The usual side effects are dry lips, peeling skin, and higher cholesterol. Others include dry mouth, itchy or scaly skin, weak nails, fragile skin, peeling on hands and feet, hair loss, dry eyes, trouble with contact lenses, dry or runny nose, nosebleeds, or joint pain.
Is acitretin a high-risk medication?
Yes, it's risky. It can cause birth defects, liver problems, and inflammation. Pregnant women should avoid it.
Does acitretin cause weight gain?
It's not common, but some may have more appetite or gain weight.
Can acitretin damage the liver?
Yes, it can cause liver issues like abnormal tests and inflammation.
How common is hair loss with acitretin?
Around half of patients experience hair loss while taking it.
What foods should you avoid when taking acitretin?
Avoid alcohol in food, drinks, or meds while taking acitretin and for two months after.
Who should not take acitretin?
Women who can get pregnant shouldn't use it unless other treatments failed. It's risky during pregnancy because it can cause birth defects.
How long can you stay on acitretin?
Usually up to six months, sometimes longer. Some may need it now and then, others long-term.