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Atinon 10 has the main ingredient is Isotretinoin, so it is prescribed by doctors to treat acne. This is a research product of US Pharma USA - VIETNAM Joint Stock Company.
1. Drug ingredients in Atinon 10
According to drug research Atinon 10 has the main ingredient is Isotretinoin 10 mg of active ingredients and excipients with just enough drug content provided by the manufacturer.
Atinon 10 is prepared in the form of soft capsules and packed in a box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets.
In order to use the drug effectively, the patient needs to carefully look at the drug form, the content indicated on the package of the drug or in the instruction sheet to know the exact information about the drug form and strength to ensure the correct dose. quantity.
Accordingly, the active ingredient isotretinoin in the drug ingredient is a drug to treat acne, reduce secretion and stimulate the sebaceous glands, so it has the effect of reducing scars. Acne can cause severe inflammation and scarring. Inflammation is associated with increased secretion of fluid from the sebaceous glands and causes irritation and scarring.
2. Indications and contraindications of Atinon 10
2.1. Indications Atinon 10 is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of severe acne without minimal response to traditional treatments using antibiotics, topical creams, drying,. .. After the treatment with Atinon 10, the skin condition will be improved. However, because of the dangerous reactions, isotretinoin is only used to treat severe resistant acne as prescribed by the doctor.
2.2. Contraindications of the drug Atinon 10 Atinon 10 drug is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to the active ingredient Isotretinoin and excipients contained in the drug Atinon 10 Pregnant and lactating women should not taking Atinon 10 People using Atinon 10 don't donate blood while taking the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Atinon 10
3.1. How to use Atinon 10 Each drug and pharmaceutical product is produced in different forms, so it will have different uses. Accordingly, the drug Atinon 10 is prepared in the form of soft capsules, so patients need to use the drug orally according to the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
Patients should take Atinon 10 with meals to achieve the highest therapeutic effect. Care should be taken not to chew the tablet, avoid direct exposure to sunlight, and abstain from the use of alcohol and stimulants.
3.2. Dosage of Atinon 10 Atinon 10 drug can be used with the following dosage:
Starting dose of Atinon 10: 0.5 - 1 mg/kg/day, divided into 2 times for 15 - 20 weeks. Maximum dosage: 2 mg/kg/day for severe acne, chest acne, back acne. Atinon 10 maintenance dose: 0.1 - 1 mg/kg/day. Patients should stop treatment for 2 months before restarting. The dosage of Atinon 10 is for reference only, patients need to take the drug exactly as directed by the doctor or pharmacist to get the most effective treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
4. Handling when overdose, forget dose of Atinon 10
If a patient overdoses on drugs and shows dangerous symptoms, they should soon go to a medical facility for examination and treatment. Relatives need to provide doctors with prescriptions, herbs, herbal medicines, and dietary supplements that the patient is using.
In case the patient forgets a dose, it should be taken as soon as he remembers. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the exact time as directed by your doctor. Never take more than double the prescribed dose.
5. Notes when using Atinon 10
During the use of Atinon 10, patients should pay attention to the following issues:
Pregnancy: Using Atinon 10 during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, teratogenicity, and malformations. fetus . Therefore, it is best for pregnant women not to use Atinon 10. In case of necessity to use, the patient should carefully consult the doctor, pharmacist. Breast-feeding women: Atinon 10 can be passed to a baby through breast milk. Therefore, women who are breastfeeding should not use this medicine. During the use of Atinon 10, the patient should use continuous contraception. Pay attention not to peel your face, do not use wax to remove hair during this time. Do subclinical tests when there is obesity, alcoholism, metabolic disorders In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the expiry date of Atinon 10, do not use if the drug has changed color abnormally or has expired. .
6. Atinon 10 . drug side effects
During the use of Atinon 10, some side effects may occur as follows:
Dry skin, itching, Dry nose, Bleeding nose, Mouth sores, Dry mouth, Eye inflammation Joint pain. Less common side effects are skin infections, sunburn, and hepatitis. Rarely, the use of Atinon 10 causes cerebral edema, nausea, vomiting, headache, changes in vision.
It should be noted, this is not a full side effect of drug use. During the use of Atinon 10, there may still be other side effects that have not been shown or studied. Therefore, if there are any other side effects of Atinon 10, the patient should stop using the drug and consult a doctor.
7. Atinon 10 . drug interactions
When multiple drugs are used at the same time, it can lead to interactions or to antagonism or synergism. Accordingly, the drug Atinon 10 may interact with some of the following drugs:
Interaction of Atinon 10 with other drugs
Isotretinoin has the effect of reducing night vision and reducing tolerance to eyeglasses . Patients with inflammatory bowel disease may experience increased symptoms. The patient's blood triglyceride levels may increase. Hepatitis has rarely occurred in patients taking isotretinoin. Accordingly, regular blood tests are needed to check for signs of hepatitis. Isotretinoin is closely related to Vitamin A. Therefore, to avoid poisoning, patients taking isotretinoin should not take vitamin A supplements. Besides, patients using isotretinoin may worsen acne when start treatment. Atinon 10 drug interactions with food
When using Atinon 10 with foods or alcohol, beer, stimulants... can affect the phenomenon of antagonism, synergism with the drug. Read the instructions for use carefully or consult your doctor about taking Atinon 10 with food and drink.
Atinon 10 has the main ingredient is Isotretinoin, so it is prescribed by doctors to treat acne. This is a research product of US Pharma USA - VIETNAM Joint Stock Company. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to take the drug exactly as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
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