Sotret 30mg Capsule

Short Description

Sotret 30mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative). It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Sotret 30mg Capsule should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day to avoid a missed dose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep taking the medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again. The most common side effects include dry skin, rash, and increased liver enzymes. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. Sotret 30mg Capsule may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit your exposure to the sun. It may also make your skin more fragile. Avoid any waxing (hair removal) or laser treatments during treatment. Additionally, it may cause dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes so drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer. This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sotret 30mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Dry skin Rash Increased liver enzymes

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sotret 30mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Sotret 30mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Sotret 30mg 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.

Sotret 30mg Capsule is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).

Take it with food Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Sotret 30mg Capsule. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing. Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile. It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer. Do not take Sotret 30mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.