Psoriasis

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Aceret 25 Capsule is to be taken with food.

Aceret 25 Capsule is a medicine that is similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It is used in the treatment of psoriasis. It works by stopping the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells.Aceret 25 Capsule is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are dry lips dryness in the mouth skin peeling joint pain itching runny nose nosebleeds hair loss and increased levels of blood fat. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.Avoid sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun. Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Before taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as Aceret 25 Capsule can cause fetal abnormalities.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Aceret 25 Capsule is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aceret 25 Capsule. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE <p> Aceret 25 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. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Aceret 25 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Aceret 25 Capsule may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Aceret 25 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aceret 25 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Aceret 25 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aceret 25 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Aceret 25 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.

Chemical Class :: Retinoids|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: DERMA

Psoriasis

Lip inflammation | Dryness in mouth | Itching | Skin peeling | Hair loss | Dry skin | Dry eye | Inflammation of the nose

UNSAFE

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

CAUTION

CAUTION

Q. Is Aceret 25 Capsule an immunosuppressant?::: No Aceret 25 Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.| Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Aceret 25 Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Aceret 25 Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.| Q. How long does Aceret 25 Capsule take to work?::: Aceret 25 Capsule does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.| Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Aceret 25 Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore you should not take Aceret 25 Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Aceret 25 Capsule may also cause liver damage. Therefore contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea vomiting loss of appetite pain in the upper right part of the stomach yellowing of the skin or eyes or dark urine.| Q. Does Aceret 25 Capsule affect sperm?::: No Aceret 25 Capsule does not affect the sperm. However it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.| Q. How should I take Aceret 25 Capsule?::: It is generally recommended to take Aceret 25 Capsule once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.| Q. Can I donate blood while on Aceret 25 Capsule?::: No you should not donate blood while on Aceret 25 Capsule. Moreover do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Aceret 25 Capsule. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However Aceret 25 Capsule does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.| Q. What should I avoid while taking Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Aceret 25 Capsule may affect your night vision. Therefore you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Aceret 25 Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.| Q. Is Aceret 25 Capsule an immunosuppressant?::: No Aceret 25 Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.| Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Aceret 25 Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Aceret 25 Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.| Q. How long does Aceret 25 Capsule take to work?::: Aceret 25 Capsule does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.| Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Aceret 25 Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore you should not take Aceret 25 Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Aceret 25 Capsule may also cause liver damage. Therefore contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea vomiting loss of appetite pain in the upper right part of the stomach yellowing of the skin or eyes or dark urine.| Q. How should I take Aceret 25 Capsule?::: It is generally recommended to take Aceret 25 Capsule once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.| Q. Can I donate blood while on Aceret 25 Capsule?::: No you should not donate blood while on Aceret 25 Capsule. Moreover do not donate blood 3 years after stopping the treatment with Aceret 25 Capsule. The medicine present in your blood can harm an unborn child if your blood is given to a pregnant mother. However Aceret 25 Capsule does not affect your ability to receive a blood transfusion.| Q. What should I avoid while taking Aceret 25 Capsule?::: Aceret 25 Capsule may affect your night vision. Therefore you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Aceret 25 Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.| Q. Does Aceret 25 Capsule affect sperm?::: No Aceret 25 Capsule does not affect the sperm. However it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.