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Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

ISOTRETINOIN-5MG

Uses:

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule used in the treatment of nodular acne. The detailed uses of Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule are as follows: <br/>• Treatment for nodular acne: Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule reduces acne lesions and promotes clear skin to treat severe nodular acne that is not responding to other treatments.<br/>• Sebaceous Gland Reduction: Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule prevents acne by reducing oil production, avoiding the growth of acne, and shrinking sebaceous glands.<br/>• Rosacea management: Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule lessens the appearance of acne-like pimples and face redness.<br/>• Enhancement of Skin Texture: By encouraging the removal of dead skin cells and avoiding clogged pores, Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule helps to improve skin texture.<br/>• Treatment for Psoriasis: Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is sometimes utilized off-label to treat severe psoriasis by lowering inflammation and skin cell turnover.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is a synthetic form of vitamin A used to treat severe acne. Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule reduces sebum (skin's natural oil) production on the skin's surface by decreasing the activity and size of sebaceous glands. Thereby unblocking pores and killing acne-causing bacteria. Also, Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule reduces swelling in the skin.

FAQs

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is used to treat a severe form of acne known as nodular acne that cannot be cleared by any other treatments, including antibiotics.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule may cause decreased night vision temporarily or permanently in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule to experience this side effect. Avoid driving after taking Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule if you are unable to see in the dark and consult a doctor if you notice any changes in vision or have painful or persistent dry eyes.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn.

No, you are not recommended to undergo any cosmetic procedures to smoothen your skin including waxing, laser procedures or dermabrasion (an exfoliating technique to remove outer layers of skin with a rotating instrument) while taking Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule and for minimum 6 months after stopping treatment with Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule as it may increase the risk of scarring.

You are not recommended to take vitamin A supplements with Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule as it may cause hypervitaminosis A (excessive levels of vitamin A in the body) leading to an increased risk of adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines or supplements with Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule .

No, Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause severe birth defects. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures before, while taking Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule and after 1 month of stopping treatment with Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule . However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule .

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Use Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule exactly as advised by the doctor as it is associated with adverse effects.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is not a steroid. It is a retinoid used to treat severe nodular acne.

Pregnancy tests, lipid profile tests, liver function tests, blood glucose tests, and creatine phosphokinase (CPK) tests are recommended tests during Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule treatment.

In most cases the effect of Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is permanent. Isotretinoin is clinically effective anti-acne therapy that shows significant improvement in many patients.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule does not cause cancer. In fact, isotretinoin slows the growth of cancer cells by activating protein receptors in cells, including cancer cells.

Long-term use of Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule , even in low doses, has not been studied and is not recommended. Hence, long-term side effects of Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule have not been established.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule is not known to affect male fertility.

Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule might elevate liver enzymes. Therefore, regular liver function tests are advised.

Side effects of Actame 5 mg Softgel Capsule include chapped lips and dry skin, eyes, nose, or lips. These side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.