Tretiva 20 Mg

Tretiva 20 Mg

Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule belongs to a category of chemical compounds called retinoid. This medication helps in the treatment of cystic acne or nodular acne that has previously not responded to any other kinds of treatment. It lowers the production of facial oil and prevents hardening of the skin. If acne is not properly treated it can cause permanent scarring.

Drug =Isotretinoin

Strength = 20 Mg

Manufacturer =Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

How To Take

Always take Tretiva 20 Mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

The amount of Tretiva 20 Mg you take has been specially chosen for you. It is based on your body weight, and may change during treatment. Swallow Tretiva 20 Mg whole with a full glass of water.

Dosage

Tretiva 5 Mg Capsule

Tretiva 10 Mg Capsule

Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule

Tretiva 25 Mg Capsule

Tretiva 30 Mg Capsule

Tretiva 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Side Effects

Increased heartbeat

Rectal bleeding

Pain and tenderness of eyes

Diarrhea

Nausea and Vomiting

Stomach pain

Bone and joint pain

Bleeding from nose

Itchy and dry skin

Heart burn

Difficult or painful urination

Increased thirst

Ringing or buzzing in the ears

Warning

Alcohol = It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule. Taking isotretinoin with alcohol may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Pregnancy = Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation = Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.

Driving = Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney = Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you experience excessive tiredness, puffy eyes and difficulty in urination while taking this medicine, inform your doctor and stop the therapy.

Liver = Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Uses

Tretiva 20 Mg Capsule is a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A and is used for the treatment of severe acne (nodular) non-responsive to other therapies.