Indias Best ePharmacy: Tretiva 5 Capsule

Constituents

Isotretinoin (5mg)

Usage of Tretiva 5 Capsule

Tretiva 5 Capsule is used in the treatment of acne.

Possible Side-effects

Common

Dry nose
Dry skin
Dry eye
Cracked lips

Unit

1 Strip of 10 Capsules

Manufacturer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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How to use Tretiva 5 Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tretiva 5 Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Tretiva 5 Capsule works by slowing the production of certain natural substances that can cause acne.

Related Warnings

Taking isotretinoin with alcohol may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Tretiva 5 Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

Tretiva 5 Capsule is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability.

Tretiva 5 Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tretiva 5 Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you experience excessive tiredness, puffy eyes and difficulty in urination while taking this medicine, inform your doctor and stop the therapy.

Tretiva 5 Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Tretiva 5 Capsule for the treatment of severe acne.
Take it with or after food.
Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Tretiva 5 Capsule. Use protective measures such as sun-cream or protective clothing.
It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Don"t drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tretiva 5 Capsule affects you.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests to track lipid levels, liver function, and cell count in your blood.
Do not take Tretiva 5 Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How long am I supposed to use Tretiva?

Your doctor will decide the duration of your treatment depending on the severity of your disease. Usually, the treatment with Tretiva may last for 4-5 months.

Q. Is Tretiva a permanent cure for acne?

Tretiva is very effective in the treatment of severe acne. Usually, Tretiva prevents acne from returning over a long period of time. However, in few cases, the acne returns after stopping the use of Tretiva.

Q. I am a woman, what should I do if I am planning to become pregnant?

Talk to your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant while taking Tretiva. You should never pregnant while taking Tretiva because this medicine can harm your baby. Stop taking Tretiva and call your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Tretiva.

Q. Why does Tretiva cause dry skin, dry lips and dry nose, and how to manage them?

One of the most common side effect due to Tretiva is dryness of skin, nose and lips. Tretiva reduces the secretion oil, thereby, causing dryness of skin. Dryness due to Tretiva can be managed by applying moisturizer or lubricant like Vaseline. You can also apply lip balm to relieve cracked and dry lips.