Alitretinoin

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Alitretinoin

Alitretinoin (pronounced: al-i-tret-i-noyn), also known as 9-cis-retinoic acid, is a form of vitamin A that is used primarily in the treatment of severe chronic hand eczema unresponsive to topical corticosteroids. It is a retinoid, a class of drugs that are chemically related to vitamin A.

Etymology

The term "Alitretinoin" is derived from the Latin word "alis" meaning wing and the Greek word "tretos" meaning rubbed or worn. This is in reference to the drug's use in treating skin conditions.

Usage

Alitretinoin is used to treat severe chronic hand eczema that has not responded to other treatments. It works by reducing the growth of skin cells, which can help to reduce the symptoms of eczema such as redness, swelling, and itching.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Alitretinoin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some of the most common side effects include headache, increased levels of blood fats (lipids), and thyroid disorders.

Related Terms

  • Retinoid: A class of chemical compounds that are vitamers of vitamin A or are chemically related to it.
  • Eczema: A condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked.
  • Vitamin A: A group of unsaturated nutritional organic compounds that includes retinol, retinal, retinoic acid, and several provitamin A carotenoids.

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