Soriatane
Designed to support skin health by mitigating symptoms of severe psoriasis.
Soriatane details
- Condition
- Psoriasis
- Alternative names
- Neotigason
- Therapeutic class
- Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Vitamin A Derivative
- Known off-label uses
- ichthyosis
- Minor side effects
- dry lips; xerosis; epistaxis; alopecia
- Moderate side effects
- hypertriglyceridaemia; dry eyes
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- designed to support skin health by mitigating symptoms of severe psoriasis.
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Manufacturer
- Actavis
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- variable
- Storage instructions
- Protect from light and store in a cool place.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; vitamin a; methotrexate
- Age restrictions
- Not typically indicated for use in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Absolute contraindication. Breastfeeding: Not permitted.
Contraindications
pregnancy; breastfeeding; severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment; hyperlipidaemia
Precautions and warnings
strict pregnancy prevention required; avoid blood donation during and for a period after treatment; monitor liver function test results
Serious side effects
teratogenicity, requires immediate medical attention; pancreatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
As a systemic aromatic retinoid, it acts by regulating cell proliferation and differentiation in the skin. It normalizes hyperkeratinization and suppresses the inflammatory process characteristic of dermatological disorders.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Soriatane
Soriatane is a brand of acitretin, a common medication used for the management of severe psoriasis. The same active ingredient is also sold as Neotigason. It is supplied as a tablet in 10mg strength, formulated by Actavis to help individuals maintain consistent skin health.
Buying Soriatane online
Soriatane is one of the more consistent requests across the region, with registration across 13 markets including the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong, and additional availability in Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. Generic acitretin, often manufactured in India, provides a significant cost reduction compared to the original brand, making it a sustainable option for expats and those living far from a major medical hub to order their supply online.