Cutitret 10mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Isotretinoin (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Cutinova Healthcare Llp |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Cutitret 10mg Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A derivative) used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. Cutitret 10mg Capsule should be used in the dose and duration 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.
Cutitret 10mg Capsule is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).
Is Cutitret 10mg Capsule safe to use?
Cutitret 10mg Capsule should be used with extreme caution due to its potential for significant adverse reactions. It is intended for patients with severe nodular acne who have failed conventional treatments, including systemic antibiotics. It is specifically contraindicated in pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.
Is Cutitret 10mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Cutitret 10mg Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) used to treat severe types of acne.
What are the recommended tests during Cutitret 10mg Capsule therapy?
Prior to initiating treatment, your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked. These levels will also be monitored one month after treatment initiation and subsequently at 3-month intervals unless more frequent monitoring is clinically indicated.
Is the effect of Cutitret 10mg Capsule permanent?
It has been observed in many patients that a single course of 15-20 weeks effectively cures the condition and prevents its recurrence. If a second course is needed, it should not be initiated before at least 8 weeks following completion of the first one. This approach minimizes potential side effects.
Why is Cutitret 10mg Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
If a woman becomes pregnant while undergoing treatment with Cutitret 10mg Capsule, there is a very high risk of the baby being born with severe birth defects.
Can Cutitret 10mg Capsule cause cancer?
No, current data does not support a link between Cutitret 10mg Capsule and cancer. Notably, it has shown potential for certain types of head, skin, and neck cancers.
What are the long-term side effects of Cutitret 10mg Capsule?
Standard treatment with Cutitret 10mg Capsule is 15–20 weeks. Long-term effects of low-dose use have not been extensively studied, but it may impact bone mineral density. It can potentially lead to osteoporosis or fractures in some patients.
Does Cutitret 10mg Capsule affect male fertility?
Cutitret 10mg Capsule does not negatively affect male fertility. No significant effects were observed on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.
Does Cutitret 10mg Capsule damage your liver?
Cutitret 10mg Capsule can temporarily elevate liver enzymes. Therefore, routine lab monitoring is required to check for any changes. Elevations generally return to normal over time. If these levels persist for an extended period, your doctor may need to discontinue treatment.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cutitret 10mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
- You have been prescribed Cutitret 10mg Capsule for the treatment of severe acne.
- Take it with food.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Cutitret 10mg 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 moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
- Do not take Cutitret 10mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cutitret 10mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Cutitret 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.
Pregnancy
Cutitret 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.
