Manufacturer: Dr.Reddy`s
Pharmaceutical name: Acitretin
Pack: 10 caps (10 mg)
Acetec is utilized for managing severe resistant psoriasis in adults and may also be prescribed for various other conditions. Acetec is classified as an oral retinoid, which is a derivative of Vitamin A. Its exact mechanism of action remains unclear.
Initial dosage: 25 to 50 mg taken orally as a single dose with food. Maintenance dosage: 25 to 50 mg per day; the dosage should be tailored to the patient's response. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. Avoid taking two doses at once.
Store Acetec capsules in a cool, dry environment at room temperature.
It is crucial to avoid pregnancy during your treatment and for at least 3 years after you stop using Acetec. The active ingredient, acitretin, can be harmful to a developing fetus.
Before beginning treatment, you must have 2 pregnancy tests and use 2 effective contraceptive methods while on Acetec.
Avoid using "minipills" (progestin-only pills) while taking Acetec, as they may not be effective. Monthly pregnancy tests are required. Do not breastfeed while taking Acetec (acitretin), as it can be excreted in breast milk. Refrain from donating blood while on Acetec and for at least 3 years after your last dose.
Common side effects of Acetec include cheilitis, rhinitis, dry mouth, joint pain, spinal hyperostosis, hair loss, skin peeling, dry skin, nail issues, itching, erythematous rash, heightened sensitivity, tingling sensations, nail infections, skin atrophy, sticky skin, and changes in lipid levels.
Other potential side effects may consist of chapped lips; peeling on fingertips, palms, and soles; itching; all-over scaly skin; brittle nails; sticky or delicate skin; either runny or dry nose; nosebleeds; dry mouth; joint discomfort; tense muscles; hair loss; dry eyes; and increased blood fats (lipids).
Rare but serious side effects can include severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision; difficulties seeing in the dark; depression; jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); loss of appetite or dark urine; discomfort in bones, joints, muscles, or back; difficulty moving; numbness in hands or feet; frequent urination; excessive thirst or hunger. Symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness, chest pain, weakness, speech difficulties, or leg swelling could indicate a heart attack, blood clots, or stroke.