Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Manufacturer
Asvins Lifecare
Salt Composition
Isotretinoin (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. It belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative).
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Introduction
Vatret 20mg 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.
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. Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Vatret 20mg 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 Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule for the treatment of severe acne. Take it with food. Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Vatret 20mg 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe to use?
Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used with caution. It is associated with significant adverse reactions and should only be used for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. Additionally, Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is contraindicated in pregnant women due to the risk of severe birth defects.
Is Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule a steroid?
No, Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) used to treat severe types of acne. It is not a steroid.
What are the recommended tests during Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule therapy?
Your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked before starting treatment, then again 1 month later, and subsequently at 3-month intervals unless more frequent monitoring is clinically indicated.
Is the effect of Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule permanent?
In many patients, a single course of Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule has effectively cured their condition and prevented it from returning. If a second course is required, it should be waited for at least 8 weeks after completing the first course.
Why is Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
If pregnancy occurs while taking Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.
Can Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause cancer?
No, there are no reports of Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule causing cancer. In fact, it may be useful in some forms of head, skin, and neck cancers.
What are the long-term side effects of Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
A normal course of treatment is 15–20 weeks. Therefore, the long-term effects of low doses have not been studied. However, it may have some effect on bone mineral density, potentially leading to osteoporosis or fractures.
Does Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule affect male fertility?
No, Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule does not affect the fertility of male patients. No significant effects were seen on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.
Does Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule damage your liver?
There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Vatret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule use. Therefore, regular laboratory tests are required. These values generally return to normal after some time.
