Are there any side effects to taking Soriatane?
Are there any side effects to taking Soriatane?
Soriatane is used to treat severe psoriasis in adults. This medicine is not a cure for psoriasis, and you may relapse after you stop taking this medication. Soriatane may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Soriatane can cause severe birth defects.
How does Soriatane work in the treatment of psoriasis?
The exact way Soriatane works to control psoriasis is unknown. In general, retinoids help control the multiplication of cells, including the speed at which skin cells grow and shed. If you would like a Systemics Medication Booklet, simply contact our Patient Navigation Center to request a copy. How Is Soriatane Used?
Who is the best person to prescribe Soriatane to?
Soriatane should be prescribed only by those who have special competence in the diagnosis and treatment of severe psoriasis, are experienced in the use of systemic retinoids, and understand the risk of teratogenicity.
What’s the generic name for the drug Soriatane?
Soriatane Generic name: acitretin (A si TRE tin)
Common side effects may include: 1 chapped lips, dry mouth; 2 itchy or scaly skin; 3 weak nails, fragile skin; 4 peeling skin on your hands and feet; 5 hair loss; 6 (more items)
When to use Soriatane for women of reproductive potential?
Important Information for Women of Childbearing Potential: Soriatane should be considered only for women with severe psoriasis unresponsive to other therapies or whose clinical condition contraindicates the use of other treatments. Females of reproductive potential must not be given a prescription for Soriatane until pregnancy is excluded.
How many mg of Soriatane is in a gelatin capsule?
Soriatane (acitretin), a retinoid, is available in 10-mg, 17.5-mg, and 25-mg gelatin capsules for oral administration. Chemically, acitretin is all-trans-9- (4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic acid. It is a metabolite of etretinate and is related to both retinoic acid and retinol (vitamin A).
