Soriatane
Soriatane is acitretin 10mg hard capsules for psoriasis, a systemic aromatic retinoid that regulates how skin cells divide and mature.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mg | 30 tablets | $153.00 | $5.10 |
| 10mg | 60 tablets | $288.00 | $4.80 |
| 10mg | 90 tablets | $425.70 | $4.73 |
| 10mg | 120 tablets | $554.40 | $4.62 |
- 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
- Originator
- Stiefel Laboratories
- 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
Patient summary
Soriatane is acitretin 10mg hard capsules for psoriasis, a systemic aromatic retinoid that regulates how skin cells divide and mature.
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.
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 to help individuals maintain consistent skin health.
Buying Soriatane online
Generic acitretin 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.
What you will receive
Soriatane is the originator brand name, made by Stiefel Laboratories. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Stiefel Laboratories and do not ship the original Soriatane.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Acitretin) at the same dose, mostly recognised branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.