Acetretin
Acetretin
Acetretin (pronounced as a-set-RE-tin) is a second-generation retinoid. It is primarily used in the treatment of severe psoriasis and other skin disorders.
Etymology
The term "Acetretin" is derived from the chemical name acetic acid retinoid. "Acetic" refers to the acetic acid component of the drug, while "retin" is derived from retinoid, a class of compounds chemically related to vitamin A.
Usage
Acetretin is used to treat severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments. It is also used to treat other skin disorders. Acetretin works by inhibiting the excessive cell growth and keratinization (process by which cells from beneath the skin are converted to hair and nails) that occurs in skin diseases like psoriasis.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Acetretin include dry skin, dry lips, hair loss, and peeling skin. More serious side effects can include vision changes, bone pain, and mood changes.
Related Terms
- Retinoid: A class of chemical compounds that are vitamers of vitamin A or are chemically related to it.
- Psoriasis: A chronic skin condition that causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin.
- Keratinization: The process by which cells from beneath the skin are converted to hair and nails.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acetretin
- Wikipedia's article - Acetretin
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