Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Quick info

Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A derivative) used to treat severe acne unresponsive to other treatments. Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used as advised by your doctor. Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day to avoid a missed dose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep taking the medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you notice no improvement after a few weeks, see your doctor again. The most common side effects include dry skin, rash, and increased liver enzymes. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit your exposure to the sun. It may also make your skin more fragile. Avoid any waxing (hair removal) or laser treatments during treatment. Additionally, it may cause dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes so drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer. This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

How it works

Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on sebaceous glands to reduce the production of sebum that causes acne. The controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria and works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).

Direction of use

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. Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.

Tips

• You have been prescribed Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule for the treatment of severe acne.
• Take it with food.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing.
• Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
• It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturizer, and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
• Do not take Actoret 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.