Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Dazroz Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Isotretinoin (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A derivative) used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Introduction
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin 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.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin 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
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin 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.
How it works
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin 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).
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule for the treatment of severe acne. Take it with food. Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin 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, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you. Do not take Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe to use?
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule carries risks due to its potential for serious adverse effects. It should only be used under strict medical supervision by individuals with severe nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapies, including systemic antibiotics. In addition, Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is not suitable during pregnancy as it can cause severe birth defects.
Is Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule a steroid?
No, Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.
What are the recommended tests during Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule therapy?
Before initiating treatment, your liver enzymes and serum lipid levels will be assessed. Regular monitoring for these parameters is necessary – a month after starting treatment and then at every 3-month intervals unless clinical conditions warrant more frequent monitoring.
Is the effect of Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule permanent?
Numerous patients have reported that a single 15-20-week course effectively cures acne and prevents recurrence. If a second course is required, a minimum 8-week wait period should be observed before starting due to the experience of Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule showing continued improvement in acne symptoms even after treatment.
Why is Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
Using Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule during pregnancy poses an extremely high risk of severe birth defects in the baby.
Can Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause cancer?
There is no evidence suggesting Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule causes cancer. In fact, it has been reported to benefit some patients with head, skin, and neck cancers.
What are the long-term side effects of Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
Standard treatment for Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is 15-20 weeks. Long-term effects at low doses have not been thoroughly studied, but it may impact bone mineral density, potentially leading to osteoporosis or fractures in some patients.
Does Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule affect male fertility?
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule does not negatively affect male fertility. There were no significant impacts on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose levels.
Does Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule damage your liver?
Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule might temporarily raise liver enzyme levels. Therefore, routine laboratory tests are essential to monitor this. If these levels remain elevated for prolonged periods, your doctor may discontinue use of Tretiroz 5mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.
