Medicine Details
Tretimax 20 Tablet
Manufacturer: Invision Medi Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Isotretinoin (20mg)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Treatment of Acne Tretimax 20 Tablet helps treat acne by reducing the production of sebum (a natural substance) that causes acne. This kills acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep taking it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.
Benefits: 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. Tretimax 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Description: Tretimax 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative). It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. Tretimax 20 Tablet 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. The most common side effects include dry skin, rash, and increased liver enzymes. They are not usually serious and often disappear after getting used to the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. Tretimax 20 Tablet may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit your exposure to the sun. It may also make your skin more fragile. Avoid any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment. Additionally, it may cause dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes so drink plenty of water and use a moisturizer. This medicine may lead to birth defects, do consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
How to Use: Tretimax 20 Tablet 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).
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CAUTION - Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tretimax 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : UNSAFE - Tretimax 20 Tablet 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 : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Tretimax 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Tretimax 20 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Tretimax 20 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tretimax 20 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. If you experience excessive tiredness, puffy eyes and difficulty in urination while taking this medicine, inform your doctor and stop the therapy. - Liver : UNSAFE - Tretimax 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
If Missed: If you miss a dose of Tretimax 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Packaging: strip of 10 tablets
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Treatment of Acne
Side Effects: Increased liver enzymes | Rash
Alcohol Interaction: CAUTION
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liver Interaction: UNSAFE