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Actoid 25 Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

ACITRETIN-25MG

Uses:

Treatment of Psoriasis

Medicinal Benefits:

Actoid 25 Capsule contains ‘Acitretin’, which belongs to the class ‘retinoids’. Retinoids are derived from vitamin A (retinol) and have anti-inflammatory and antiproliferative (reduces rapid skin cell division) action. Actoid 25 Capsule works by slowing down the progression of the diseases. Actoid 25 Capsule is used when the skin condition doesn’t improve with other conventional therapies. It can treat severe or extensive skin problems where the skin has become thick and scaly, such as psoriasis. It can be long-term maintenance therapy for psoriasis patients. It can also be used in the treatment of other skin conditions such as ichthyosis (genetic skin disorder), pityriasis (skin rashes that appear as large spots on the chest, abdomen, or back), and lichen planus (itchy, non-infectious rashes on arms and legs).

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Actoid 25 Capsule is used to treat psoriasis, an autoimmune (immune system attacks healthy cells) skin disorder in which the skin becomes scaly, swollen, and itchy.

Actoid 25 Capsule contains 'Acitretin', which belongs to the class of 'retinoids' and is used to treat severe psoriasis. It has anti-inflammatory action and reduces the rashes' redness, scaling, and thickness. It also has antiproliferative properties and slows down the disease's progression by reducing the speed of skin cell growth.

Actoid 25 Capsule may cause vision problems suddenly, especially in the dark. So, inform your doctor immediately if you experience vision problems. Also, refrain from activities such as driving or operating heavy machinery if you have a problem with your vision.

You should not donate blood during the treatment with Actoid 25 Capsule and within three years of discontinuing the treatment. An unborn baby may get harmed if a pregnant woman receives your donated blood.

Actoid 25 Capsule may not affect your immune system. It is not an immunosuppressant. It controls psoriasis by slowing down the progression of the disease.

Actoid 25 Capsule may affect blood glucose levels and should be used with caution in patients with diabetes. You may have to regularly monitor blood glucose levels while using this medicine.

Actoid 25 Capsule may cause side-effects such as dry lips, peeling of the skin, especially the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, nose bleed, scaling and thinning of healthy skin, reddening of the skin, itching, burning sensation on the skin, sticky skin, hair loss, swelling and pain in the area around your nails, fragile nails, inflammation of the eye (conjunctivitis), increased thirst, and feeling cold. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

Actoid 25 Capsule should not be used in pregnant women as it may cause harmful effects to the unborn baby or foetus. Consult your doctor for further advice.

No, Actoid 25 Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the class of retinoids used to treat psoriasis.

Drinking alcohol with Actoid 25 Capsule may increase the risk of side effects. So, it is not recommended to take alcohol, especially women of childbearing potential during the treatment and at least 2 months after completing the treatment.

You may notice an improvement in 4-6 weeks of using Actoid 25 Capsule . However, it might take 3-4 months to notice the full benefits.

Actoid 25 Capsule may cause foetal harm; so, do not take Actoid 25 Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Actoid 25 Capsule may cause liver damage. Inform the doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of liver damage such as nausea, vomiting, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, loss of appetite, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.

Actoid 25 Capsule may not affect semen. However, a small amount of Actoid 25 Capsule is present in the semen of male patients who take this medication. Though it is not known if this affects the foetus, talk to your doctor about the risks of taking Actoid 25 Capsule if your partner is pregnant or plans to become pregnant.

Take Actoid 25 Capsule with the main meal. It should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Avoid becoming pregnant and alcohol consumption during treatment with Actoid 25 Capsule as it might affect the foetus. Do not donate blood while taking Actoid 25 Capsule and for 3 years after treatment. Actoid 25 Capsule may cause blurred vision; so, do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Actoid 25 Capsule may make your skin sensitive to sunlight; therefore, avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.