Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
strip of 10.0 soft gelatin capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Isotretinoin (20mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Eclipser Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A derivative) used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin 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.
Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin 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 Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule safe to use?
Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule requires careful consideration as it is associated with significant adverse reactions. It should only be used for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional treatment, including systemic antibiotics. Additionally, Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is contraindicated in pregnant women due to the potential for severe birth defects.
Is Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule a steroid?
No, Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is a retinoid (vitamin A) used to treat severe acne types.
What recommended tests should be conducted during Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule therapy?
Before initiating treatment, your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be assessed. These levels will also be monitored monthly after the start of treatment and subsequently at every 3-month interval unless clinical indication warrants more frequent monitoring.
Is the effect of Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule permanent?
Many patients have experienced a single 15-20-week course effectively curing their condition and preventing recurrence. If a second course is necessary, it should be initiated at least 8 weeks following completion of the first course. This is due to experience with Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule showing that symptoms may continue to improve after treatment.
Why is Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule so dangerous during pregnancy?
Pregnancy during Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule treatment carries a high risk of birth defects in the baby. This is due to its potential for severe impact on fetal development.
Can Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule cause cancer?
There is no evidence suggesting Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule causes cancer, and it may even be helpful in certain types of head, skin, and neck cancers.
What are the long-term side effects of Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule?
A typical course of Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is 15–20 weeks. However, long-term effects of low doses remain unclear. There is potential for bone mineral density changes, including a possible decrease, which may increase the risk of osteoporosis or fractures in some patients.
Does Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule affect male fertility?
No, Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule does not impact the fertility of male patients. No significant effects have been observed on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.
Does Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule damage your liver?
There might be a temporary increase in liver enzymes with Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule use. Regular laboratory testing is crucial to monitor this change. These values typically return to normal over time. If the levels remain elevated for an extended duration, your doctor may discontinue Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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. Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.
- You have been prescribed Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule for the treatment of severe acne.
- Take it with food.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Trato 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 moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
- Do not take Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin 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
Trato 20mg Soft Gelatin 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.
