Acitretin
Acitretin 25MG
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What is Acitretin?
Acitretin is a generic drug used in the treatment of severe skin conditions including psoriasis. The average Acitretin price is about $1,914 for a supply of 30 capsules, 25 mg oral capsules. You can use our Rx.com savings offer to get an Acitretin discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.Side Effects
- Chest pain, trouble breathing, unusual sweating, faintness, severe headache
- Severe headache, nausea, vomiting, and blurred vision
- Feeling depressed, thoughts of hurting yourself or others, unusual mood or behavior
Warnings
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy because it can cause very serious birth defects. You must use 2 forms of birth control for 1 month before you start taking acitretin, for the entire time you are being treated, and for 3 years after you take your last dose. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone or muscle problems, diabetes, eye or vision problems, heart disease, high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, or a history of depression. Tell your doctor if you are also receiving light therapy (phototherapy).
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsBone or muscle problemsPancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas)Benign intracranial hypertension (increased pressure in the brain)Capillary leak syndrome (blood vessel problem)Depression or changes in mood or behavior
- Do not donate blood during the time you are being treated with this medicine and for at least 3 years after you take your last dose.
- This medicine may cause blurred vision or a decrease in night vision (night blindness). Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not able to see well.
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- Chest pain, trouble breathing, unusual sweating, faintness, severe headache
- Severe headache, nausea, vomiting, and blurred vision
- Feeling depressed, thoughts of hurting yourself or others, unusual mood or behavior
- Cloudy urine, lightheadedness, fever, swelling of your hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
- Increased hunger or thirst, increase in how much or how often you urinate
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Changes in vision (especially at night), eye pain or irritation, blurred vision
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy because it can cause very serious birth defects. You must use 2 forms of birth control for 1 month before you start taking acitretin, for the entire time you are being treated, and for 3 years after you take your last dose. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone or muscle problems, diabetes, eye or vision problems, heart disease, high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, or a history of depression. Tell your doctor if you are also receiving light therapy (phototherapy).
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsBone or muscle problemsPancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas)Benign intracranial hypertension (increased pressure in the brain)Capillary leak syndrome (blood vessel problem)Depression or changes in mood or behavior
- Do not donate blood during the time you are being treated with this medicine and for at least 3 years after you take your last dose.
- This medicine may cause blurred vision or a decrease in night vision (night blindness). Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not able to see well.
- This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
- Your psoriasis may get worse for a short time before it starts to improve. It may take 8 weeks or longer before your skin starts to look and feel better.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Severe headache, nausea, vomiting, and blurred vision
Acitretin Coupons & Prices
Acitretin 25MG
What is Acitretin ?
Acitretin is a generic drug used in the treatment of severe skin conditions including psoriasis. The average Acitretin price is about $1,914 for a supply of 30 capsules, 25 mg oral capsules. You can use our Rx.com savings offer to get an Acitretin discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.
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