ACNETRAC 20mg Capsule 30

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2-4 weeks of topical application.

• Duration of Effect

  The time duration for which this medicine remains effective is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  Use of this medicine by women are pregnant or suspecting a pregnancy is not recommended. It is advised to take extra precautionary measures and avoid intended/unintended pregnancy while using this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  Use of this medicine by women who are breastfeeding is not recommended. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives after assessing your condition.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to tretinoin/ACNETRAC 20mg Capsule 30 /retinoids or any other component present in the dosage form.

• Liver disease

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have an impairment of liver function.

• Hypervitaminosis A

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have more than normal levels of vitamin A in the body.

• Pregnancy

  Use of this medicine by women are pregnant or suspecting a pregnancy is not recommended. It is advised to take extra precautionary measures and avoid intended/unintended pregnancy while using this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  Use of this medicine by women who are breastfeeding is not recommended. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives after assessing your condition.

• Exposure to sun

  Use of this medicine can cause adverse reactions of the skin on sun exposure. You should either avoid stepping out at daytime or take appropriate precautionary measures.

• Other skin creams

  This medicine may interact with other skin care or medicinal products. Consult your doctor before starting the use of other products along with this medicine.

• Contraception

  Appropriate means of birth control should be adopted while using this medicine. It can cause oral/hormonal contraception failure and hence use of multiple contraception is advised. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect a pregnancy while using this medicine.

• Donation of blood

  It is advised to refrain from donating blood for 1 month after stopping the use of this medicine.

• Depresseion

  Use of this medicine has been known to cause varying levels of depression in different people. Report any current/past incidences of depression, agitation, anxiety, or other psychotic disorders to the doctor.

• Hearing impairment

  Use of this medicine has been associated with hearing impairment which may persist even after the use is discontinued.

• Disturbance in vision

  Use of this medicine may cause disturbances in vision. Report any incidence of disturbance in the vision to the doctor.

• Hyperlipidemia

  Use of this medicine has been associated with an increased level of lipids and triglycerides in the body and hence should be used with caution in patients suffering from hypercholesterolemia and other associated diseases.

Take ACNETRAC 20mg Capsule 30 as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the directions mentioned on the label. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. This medicine should be taken with food. The symptoms might get worse in the initial phase of treatment.

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