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Acitretin


Generic Name: Acitretin (ASS-ih-TREH-tin)
Brand Name: Soriatane

Acitretin has caused major fetal abnormalities in children of patients that have taken Acitretin . Acitretin must not be used by women who are pregnant or intend to become pregnant while undergoing treatment, or at any time for at least 3 years after treatment is discontinued. Acitretin should not be prescribed by a health care provider until a report of a negative pregnancy test has been obtained and the patient has begun her menstrual period. Pregnancy testing and contraception counseling should be repeated on a regular basis. Women using Acitretin should use reliable methods of birth control. Women who may not use reliable methods of birth control should not use Acitretin . Effective contraception must be used at least 1 month before beginning therapy, during therapy, and at least 3 years following discontinuation of therapy, even where there has been a history of infertility, unless due to hysterectomy. Women who have taken etretinate must continue to follow contraceptive recommendations for etretinate. If pregnancy does occur during the use of Acitretin or at any time for at least 3 years following discontinuation, the health care provider and the patient should discuss the possible effects on the pregnancy. Acitretin should only be prescribed by health care providers who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of severe psoriasis, and understand the risk of fetal malformation. After discussing Acitretin with your health care provider, you must read, initial, and sign a consent form before taking Acitretin . Do not sign the consent form if there is anything you do not understand.

Do not drink alcohol while taking acitretin and for 2 months after stopping its use because alcohol causes acitretin to stay in the body longer.

It is unknown if the traces of Acitretin found in semen pose a risk to a fetus while men are using Acitretin or after its use has been stopped.

Use of Acitretin has been linked to serious, sometimes fatal, liver problems. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of these symptoms: yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, stomach pain, unusual tiredness.

Do not donate blood during or for 3 years after taking Acitretin .


Acitretin is used for:

Treating severe psoriasis and other skin conditions in adults.

Acitretin is a vitamin A derivative called a retinoid. It works by stabilizing psoriasis and other related diseases. It is not known exactly how it works.

Do NOT use Acitretin if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Acitretin or another retinoid (eg, tretinoin)
  • you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
  • you are taking methotrexate, tetracyclines, vitamin A, or St. John"s wort

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Acitretin :

Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
  • if you are taking the "mini-pill" (progestin-only contraceptive pill)
  • if you have diabetes or liver, kidney, or heart disease

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Acitretin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any of the following medicines.

  • Alcohol, methotrexate, tetracyclines, vitamin A, or St. John"s wort because side effects, such as liver damage and increased fluid pressure on the brain, may occur
  • Oral contraceptives (eg, low-dose progestin birth control pills) because the effectiveness of these medicines may be decreased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Acitretin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Acitretin :

Use Acitretin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Acitretin comes with an additional patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Acitretin refilled.
  • Take Acitretin with food or just after a meal.
  • Read and complete the Patient Agreement and the informed consent form.
  • If you miss a dose of Acitretin , you may take it later the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Acitretin .

Important safety information:

  • Acitretin may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Acitretin . Using Acitretin alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
  • It may take 2 to 3 months for Acitretin to work fully. During the first month, you may even notice a temporary worsening of your skin condition.
  • Do not take vitamin A supplements while taking Acitretin , including multiple vitamins that have vitamin A as an ingredient.
  • Do not drink alcohol while taking Acitretin without first discussing it with your doctor.
  • Do not donate blood during and for 3 years after taking Acitretin . This will prevent the possibility of your blood being given to a pregnant woman.
  • Acitretin has been linked to pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). Notify your doctor immediately if you develop persistent, lower abdominal pain.
  • Acitretin may cause changes in vision such as decreased night vision. It may also cause dry or irritated eyes or other changes in vision. Use caution or avoid driving at night if you experience these effects.
  • Acitretin may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Acitretin . Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
  • Dental problems can occur when taking Acitretin . They are usually caused by excessive dry mouth. If you have dry mouth, try using hard candy, a saliva substitute, or ice to help with this problem.
  • If you wear contact lenses, you may notice increased irritation with them while you are taking Acitretin . If these effects continue, check with your doctor.
  • LAB TESTS, including monthly pregnancy tests, liver function tests, x-rays, and lipid tests, will be required before, during, and after treatment to monitor your progress. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
  • Use Acitretin with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
  • Acitretin is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
  • Women of childbearing potential should not drink alcoholic beverages or take products containing alcohol or ethanol while taking Acitretin and for 2 months after treatment has stopped.
  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Acitretin if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. Women of childbearing age should either abstain from sexual intercourse or use 2 effective methods of birth control for at least 1 month before, while taking, and for 3 years after taking Acitretin . Do not breast-feed while you are using Acitretin and for at least 3 years after stopping treatment.

Possible side effects of Acitretin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Arthritis; back pain; chapped lips; depression; dry or irritated eyes; dry mouth; eye irritation; eye pain; itching or sticky skin; nail disorder; pain; peeling of the fingertips, palms, and soles of feet; peeling or dry skin; runny or dry nose; sensitivity to light; some degree of hair loss or thinning (severity is not predictable); swelling; swelling of the eyes; swelling of the joints; swollen and crusting eyelids; thinning, fragility, and scaling of the skin.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bad headaches; blurred vision or other changes in vision; chest pain; chills; dark urine; difficulty speaking; dizziness; drowsiness; fatigue; fever; flu-like symptoms; frequent hunger, thirst, or urination; irritability or changes in mood (eg, aggressive or violent behavior, depression, and in some rare cases thoughts of suicide); frequent urination, thirst, or hunger; loss of appetite; muscle or joint pain or stiffness; nausea; night blindness; pale stools; stomach pain; swelling of the leg; vomiting; weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include drowsiness; irritability; itching; loss of balance; nausea; severe headache; vomiting.

Proper storage of Acitretin :

Store Acitretin at room temperature, between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 and 25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Acitretin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

  • If you have any questions about Acitretin , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • Acitretin is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Acitretin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006
Database Edition 06.4.1.002
Copyright © 2006 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.




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