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Acrotac 25mg Capsule

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)
Acrotac 25mg Capsule is a medicine that is similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It is used in the treatment of psoriasis. It works by stopping the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells.
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Product introduction

Acrotac 25mg Capsule is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dry lips, dryness in the mouth, skin peeling, joint pain, itching, runny nose, nosebleeds, hair loss, and increased levels of blood fat. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Avoid sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun. Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as Acrotac 25mg Capsule can cause fetal abnormalities.

Uses of Acrotac Capsule

Side effects of Acrotac Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acrotac
  • Lip inflammation
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Itching
  • Skin peeling
  • Hair loss
  • Dry skin
  • Dry eye
  • Inflammation of the nose

How to use Acrotac Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Acrotac 25mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Acrotac Capsule works

Acrotac 25mg Capsule is a retinoid. It has a structure similar to vitamin A and is involved in the normal growth of skin cells. It works by stopping overgrowth and thickening of skin cells in psoriasis.

Quick tips

  • Acrotac 25mg Capsule helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
  • Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
  • Do not take Acrotac 25mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
  • You will need to take pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with and for at least 3 years after you stop taking this medicine.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acrotac 25mg Capsule as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
  • It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
  • It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
  • Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood.
  • Acrotac 25mg Capsule helps reduce thickening, plaque formation and scaling of the skin in conditions such as psoriasis.
  • Take it at the same time every day with food or a glass of milk.
  • Do not take Acrotac 25mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects in babies. Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy.
  • You will need to take pregnancy tests regularly if you are on treatment with and for at least 3 years after you stop taking this medicine.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Acrotac 25mg Capsule as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-creams and protective clothing.
  • It may cause dryness of skin, mouth, and lips. Drink plenty of water and use a moisturiser and lip balm, if needed.
  • It may cause dry eyes and blurring of vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses and be cautious before driving or using machines.
  • Your doctor may get your regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the levels of fats such as cholesterol in your blood.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acrotac 25mg Capsule.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

UNSAFE
Acrotac 25mg 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.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acrotac 25mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Acrotac 25mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Acrotac 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acrotac 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Acrotac 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acrotac 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions

No, Acrotac 25mg Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Acrotac 25mg Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Acrotac 25mg Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore, you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Acrotac 25mg Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Acrotac 25mg Capsule may also cause liver damage. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
No, Acrotac 25mg Capsule does not affect the sperm. However, it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But, this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.
It is generally recommended to take Acrotac 25mg Capsule once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule may affect your night vision. Therefore, you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also, avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Acrotac 25mg Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
No, Acrotac 25mg Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to the retinoid class of medicines. It is used to treat severe form of psoriasis.
Do not consume anything that contains alcohol while taking Acrotac 25mg Capsule and for 2 months after treatment. Acrotac 25mg Capsule and alcohol combine to form a substance that may remain in the body for more than 3 years.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule does not work right away. It may take about 2-4 weeks to see an improvement and about 2-3 months before you see the full benefits of this medicine. Therefore, you should continue taking it even if you do not see any improvement initially.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule can cause serious birth defects in your unborn child. Therefore, you should not take Acrotac 25mg Capsule if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next 3 years. Acrotac 25mg Capsule may also cause liver damage. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
It is generally recommended to take Acrotac 25mg Capsule once daily with meals or milk. The dosage varies from person to person and is decided by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole and do not crush or cut it.
Acrotac 25mg Capsule may affect your night vision. Therefore, you should avoid driving at night. Avoid supplemental foods containing vitamin A while taking this medicine since it may add to the side effects. Also, avoid sunlight and sun lamps as Acrotac 25mg Capsule can make your skin more sensitive to ultraviolet light.
No, Acrotac 25mg Capsule does not affect the sperm. However, it has been seen that small amounts of this medicine may pass into the semen. But, this small amount does not pose a risk to an unborn child.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Retinoids

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Retinoids- Second generation

References

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  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 15-17.
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User feedback

Once A Day
82%
Twice A Day
10%
Alternate Day
5%
Twice A Week
1%
Thrice A week
1%
Thrice A Day
1%
Once A Week
1%
Psoriasis
84%
Others
16%
Poor
43%
Excellent
29%
Average
27%
Dryness in mouth
38%
Skin peeling
38%
Dry nose
12%
Dry lips
12%
With food
100%
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Average
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Patient concerns

I have been taking acrotac as I m suffering from psoarisis and I apply topisal on head and plasitrex c ointment on big scaly patches and full body I use cetaphil Dam cream N for itching dazit tab I wud like to know that I hv started taking acrotac tab 25mg after a gap of more than a month n did nt consult wit my as due to financial issues so is it safe to take acrotac coz wit acrotac I had good result in past and hence took it can u plz help me

Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Do a Liver function test and lipid profile Also if do a pregnancy card test Acrotac can't be taken if there is pregnancy Bt I will advise u to visit a dermatologist to check the extent of the lesions Bcoz small areas can be treated with topicals

Hello, I am facing psoriasis problem from last 4 years. How can I treat it. I have taken too many medicine like acrotac 25 mg. But not get well soon.

Dr. Saurav Arora
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir as this case is chronic, you need to visit a doctor and discuss your case in detail. In homeopathy we take a long case and give medicine to reduce control the psoriasis, but for that physical presence of patient is a must.
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