What are the side effects of taking acitretin?
More common
- Chapped, red, or swollen lips.
- difficulty in wearing contact lenses.
- dry or runny nose.
- dryness of the eyes.
- increased ability to sunburn.
- increased amount of ear wax (unusual)
- irritation in the mouth or swollen gums.
- itchy skin.
Does Soriatane cause weight gain?
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: decreased night vision, fever, chills, dizziness, aches and pain in the bones or joints, muscle pain/tenderness/weakness, difficulty moving, swelling, sudden weight gain, change in the amount of urine.
How long can you take acitretin for?
A course of treatment is likely to last for up to six months but occasionally it can be for longer than this. Acitretin is harmful to unborn babies, so it is very important that you do not become pregnant while you are taking it.
Does acitretin cause liver damage?
Acitretin can also cause clinically apparent liver injury with symptoms and jaundice. Although uncommon, acute liver injury from acitretin is well described and is estimated to occur in 0.1% to 0.5% of treated patients. The onset of injury can be as soon as one week or up to 9 months after starting therapy.
Does acitretin affect sperm?
Women who have taken acitretin need to wait at least three years before trying to get pregnant. For this reason acitretin is rarely given to women of childbearing age. There is no known increased risk of birth deformity in the children of men who take acitretin because sperm is not affected by acitretin.
Is Soriatane a steroid?
No, acitretin (Soriatane) is not a steroid medication. Instead, it is a retinoid, which is a form of vitamin A. They’re both used to treat various types of skin conditions.
How long does it take Soriatane to work?
Soriatane tends to work slowly for plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis may worsen before individuals start to see clearing. After eight to 16 weeks of treatment, the skin lesions usually will improve. It may take up to six months for the drug to reach its peak effect.
Is acitretin safe to take?
Acitretin may cause bone or muscle problems, including joint pain, muscle pain or stiffness, or difficulty moving. You may get hurt more easily during rough sports. You may also heal more slowly. Acitretin may cause blurred vision or a decrease in night vision (night blindness).
