Acitretin (Actavis) TM
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Active ingredients: acitretin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ACITRETIN-TEVA acitretin 10mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Acitretin may be used for the treatment of Severe intractable psoriasis in all its forms. Severe forms of disorders of keratinisation such as: hyperkeratosis palmaris et plantaris; pustulosis palmaris et plantaris; ichthyosis; keratosis follicularis (Darier's disease); lichen planus affecting the skin or the mucosae; pityriasis rubra pilaris.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Hard gelatin capsules with a white opaque body and a brown opaque cap printed in black ink on the cap, and '10' on the body.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 Capsules Starter Pack pack
- 100 capsules pack
- 30 capsules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient acitretin
This medicine is not considered safe during pregnancy. You should discuss this medicine with your doctor or pharmacist. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
