Visual problems should be carefully monitored (see section 4.8).Undesirable effects are seen in most patients receiving acitretin. 1999 Oct;37(4):273-87. doi: 10.2165/00003088-199937040-00001. Date of first authorisation/renewal of the authorisationStart typing to retrieve search suggestions. endobj
Very rare cases of Exfoliative dermatitis have been reported from world-wide post marketing experience.Acitretin should only be prescribed by physicians who are experienced in the use of systemic retinoids and understand the risk of teratogenicity associated with acitretin therapy.Acitretin is highly teratogenic. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Patients should be monitored for signs of depression and referred for appropriate treatment if necessary. Low dose progesterone-only products (minipills) are not recommended due to indications of possible interference with their contraceptive effect.For male patients treated with acitretin, available data, based on the level of maternal exposure from the semen and seminal fluid indicate a minimal, if any, risk of teratogenic effects.Acitretin is contraindicated in pregnant women (see section 4.3).Acitretin must not be given to nursing mothers (see section 4.3).Decreased night vision has been reported with Acitretin therapy (see section “Undesirable effects”). Springer Initially 10 mg daily for 2–4 weeks, then adjusted according to response to 25–50 mg daily. Visual problems should be carefully monitored (see section 4.8).There have been rare reports of benign intracranial hypertension. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the Yellow Card Scheme; website; www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.Manifestations of acute Vitamin A toxicity include severe headache, vertigo, nausea or vomiting, drowsiness, irritability and pruritus. Qualitative and quantitative composition. Soriatane (acitretin)." If clinically significant bone or joint changes are found, Acitretin therapy should be discontinued.Since there have been occasional reports of bone changes in children, including premature epiphyseal closure, skeletal hyperostosis and extraosseous calcification after long-term treatment with etretinate, these effects may be expected with acitretin. �%���=q��u5�P襞��"y6>��K Hepatic function should be checked before starting treatment with Acitretin, every 1 - 2 weeks for the first 2 months after commencement and then every 3 months during treatment. 1998 Apr;9(4):325-40. doi: 10.2165/00023210-199809040-00007.CNS Drugs. O 0Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.Some side effects may not be reported. '�Gn�w�k�7�V������T�t�0)�$�P�3)�U��u��%?� uVg Jg5c�:�6H5�j�Չv��� 4v�
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