Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Acitretin(10mg)
Strip of 10 Capsule
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Zoratame 10mg Capsule is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Zoratame 10mg Capsule is a medicine that is similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It is used in the treatment of psoriasis. It works by stopping the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells.
The maximum plasma concentration of the drug occurred within about 0.9 to 4.6 hours with an apparent absorption half-life ranging from 0.2 to 1.7 hours and with half-lives of the distribution phase within the range of 1.2 to 3.5 hours.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zoratame
Dryness in mouth
Skin peeling
Itching
Hair loss
Dry skin
Lip inflammation
Dry eye
Inflammation of the nose
diabetes.
high cholesterol.
high amount of triglyceride in the blood.
mental problems.
alcoholism.
depression.
pseudotumor cerebri, a condition with high fluid pressure in the brain.
capillary leak syndrome, a condition where fluid leaks out of small blood vessels.
Zoratame 10mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zoratame 10mg Capsule.
Zoratame 10mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Acitretin is FDA-approved for psoriasis (severe plaque-type psoriasis, pustular psoriasis generalized, pustular psoriasis localized), combination therapy with ultraviolet B (UVB) or psoralen ultraviolet A (PUVA), combination therapy with cyclosporine, combination therapy with biologic therapies.
Hyperlipidemia.
liver disease.
renal dysfunction.
intracranial hypertension.
psychiatric disorders.
alcoholism.
diabetes.
ophthalmologic effects.
Zoratame 10mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Zoratame 10mg Capsule helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
Do not take Zoratame 10mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
You will need to take pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with and for at least 3 years after you stop taking this medicine.
Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Zoratame 10mg Capsule as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Zoratame 10mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Q. Is Zoratame 10mg Capsule an immunosuppressant?
No, Zoratame 10mg Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Zoratame 10mg Capsule?
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Zoratame 10mg Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Zoratame 10mg Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
Q. How long does Zoratame 10mg Capsule take to work?
Zoratame 10mg Capsule does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore, you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.
Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Zoratame 10mg Capsule?
Zoratame 10mg Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Zoratame 10mg Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Zoratame 10mg Capsule may also cause liver damage. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
