Alitretinoin topical

Generic name: Alitretinoin Topical
Brand names: Panretin
Dosage form: topical gel (0.1%)
Drug class: Miscellaneous topical agents

Usage of Alitretinoin topical

Alitretinoin topical (for the skin) is used in adults to treat skin lesions caused by AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma.

Alitretinoin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Alitretinoin topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Alitretinoin topical may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning, pain, or irritation after using alitretinoin topical;

blistering, drainage, oozing; or

severe redness or swelling.

Serious side effects may be more likely if you also have T-cell lymphoma.

Common side effects of alitretinoin topical may include:

rash, itching, redness, or other skin irritation;

skin peeling or flaking;

scabs or crusting; or

pain or burning of treated skin.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Alitretinoin topical

You should not use alitretinoin topical if you are allergic to alitretinoin, isotretinoin, or tretinoin (Retin-A).

May harm an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control while using alitretinoin topical. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant.

Do not breastfeed.

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How to use Alitretinoin topical

Usual Adult Dose for Kaposi's Sarcoma:

Initial dose: Apply a generous coating of gel to cutaneous lesions 2 times a day; may gradually increase applications to 3 to 4 times a day based on individual lesion toleranceComments:-If application site toxicity occurs, the application frequency may be reduced; if irritation is severe, application may be temporarily discontinued for a few days until symptoms subside.-Therapy should be continued as long as the patient is deriving benefit.Use: For the topical treatment of cutaneous lesions in patients with AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma; this drug is not indicated when systemic therapy is needed (e.g., more than 10 new lesions in prior month, symptomatic lymphedema, symptomatic pulmonary Kaposi's sarcoma, or symptomatic visceral involvement)

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Alitretinoin topical

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use, but many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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