Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's

Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's is used to treat psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune (immune system attacks healthy cells) skin disorder in which the skin becomes scaly, swollen, and itchy. It mostly affects the knee, elbows, scalp, and trunk. It is a lifelong condition, and treatment aims to remove affected skin cells and prevent flare-ups.

Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's contains ‘Acitretin’, which belongs to the class of retinoids derived from vitamin A. It has anti-inflammatory and antiproliferative (anti-proliferative) properties (i.e., it decreases skin cell multiplication). It works by slowing down the progression of the disease. It slows the growth of skin cells and gradually clears the affected skin. It helps reduce the redness, scaling, and thickness of psoriasis rashes.

Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's 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. These side effects usually go away after discontinuing the treatment. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

Do not take Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's if you are allergic to Acitretin or any other ingredients present in it. Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's should not be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women, in patients with liver or kidney failure or high cholesterol and who are taking other medicines containing retinoids or supplements containing vitamin A.

Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's should be used with caution in children as it may affect growth and bone development. Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may require dose adjustments when used in older people. Do not consume alcohol, as it may increase the risk of side effects. Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may cause vision problems, especially in the dark, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you notice any vision problems.

Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of psoriasis and other skin conditions. The detailed uses of Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's are as follows:

• Treats Psoriasis: Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's is used to treat psoriasis when other conventional treatments (corticosteroids or phototherapy) are ineffective. It helps reduce skin thickening and scaling by slowing down excessive skin cell growth.
• Manages Keratinisation Disorders: Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's is also used to treat skin conditions involving abnormal skin thickening due to excess keratin production, such as ichthyosis, pityriasis, lichen planus, and keratosis follicularis.

• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's can be taken preferably with meals or a glass of milk as advised by a doctor.
• It is advised to take Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's once daily, or as directed by your doctor, at the same time each day for best results.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's effectively treats severe psoriasis by reducing excessive skin cell growth.
• Helps clear scaly, thickened, and inflamed skin lesions.
• Improves overall skin texture and appearance in chronic skin conditions.
• Reduces inflammation and scaling associated with psoriasis and keratinisation disorders.
• Used in treating other skin conditions like ichthyosis and keratosis pilaris.
• Helps normalise skin cell differentiation and turnover.
• Provides long-term improvement and remission in severe, resistant psoriasis.
• It can be used as part of a comprehensive therapy to enhance skin healing and reduce flare-ups.

• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's should not be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women. So, the doctor may advise you to take a pregnancy test before using Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's. You should also take effective and reliable contraception (such as an intrauterine device, contraceptive implant, contraceptive pill and condom) during the treatment and for three years after discontinuing the treatment.
• You should take reliable contraception even if your periods are not regular or you are not sexually active, unless your doctor decides that this is unnecessary.
• You should not donate blood during treatment or for 3 years after discontinuing treatment.
• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's should be used with caution in patients with diabetes as it can alter blood glucose levels.
• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may cause vision problems, especially in the night-time. So, inform your doctor if you notice vision problems.
• Do not wear contact lenses during treatment, as Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may cause dry eyes.
• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may increase skin sensitivity, so avoid going in strong sunlight and using a sunbed.
• Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's may affect your mood, so inform your doctor if you have mental health problems like depression. Also, inform your doctor if you notice drastic mood changes while using Biotretin-10 Capsule 10's.