Treating severe psoriasis. Zoratame (25 mg) is a vitamin A derivative (retinoid). Exactly how it works is not known.
Important safety information:
Zoratame may cause drowsiness or vision changes. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Zoratame (25 mg) with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Zoratame (25 mg) may cause decreased night vision. Use caution or avoid driving at night if you experience this effect.
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Zoratame (25 mg) without first checking with your doctor.
Your condition may return after you stop treatment with Zoratame (25 mg). Check with your doctor if this occurs. Do not use any leftover medicine to treat your skin condition.
Zoratame (25 mg) is similar to vitamin A. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has vitamin A in it too. Do not take other medicines that contain vitamin A without checking with your doctor.
Zoratame (25 mg) may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Zoratame (25 mg). Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Dental problems (eg, mouth sores, gum bleeding) may occur while you take Zoratame (25 mg). Contact your doctor or dentist if these problems persist or become bothersome.
If you wear contact lenses, you may notice increased irritation with them while you are taking Zoratame (25 mg). If these effects continue, check with your doctor.
A severe and sometimes fatal health problem called capillary leak syndrome (CLS) has happened with Zoratame (25 mg). CLS may lead to low blood pressure and harm to the organs. It may also lead to a heartbeat that is not normal, chest pain or pressure, heart attack, lung or breathing problems, bleeding or lower blood flow in the stomach or bowel, kidney problems, swelling, or confusion. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Serious skin problems have happened with Zoratame (25 mg). These skin problems can start in a small area and spread over large areas of your body. Call your doctor right away if you have red, blistered, or swollen skin; your skin is peeling; or your skin gets itchy or painful.
Women who are able to become pregnant must use 2 effective forms of birth control for at least 1 month before they start Zoratame (25 mg), while they take it, and for at least 3 years after they stop treatment.
Diabetes patients - Zoratame (25 mg) may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including monthly pregnancy tests, liver function tests, x-rays, and lipid tests, may be performed while you use Zoratame (25 mg). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Zoratame (25 mg) with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Zoratame (25 mg) is not recommended for use in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Zoratame (25 mg) if you are pregnant. If you think that you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Women of childbearing age should either abstain from sexual intercourse or use 2 effective methods of birth control for at least 1 month before, while taking, and for 3 years after taking Zoratame (25 mg). Do not breast-feed while you are using Zoratame (25 mg) and for at least 3 years after stopping treatment.
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Zoratame (25 mg) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dry mouth, lips, or nose; dry or irritated eyes; hair loss; runny nose; thinning of the eyebrows or eyelashes; thinning, peeling, or scaling of the skin; weak nails.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); back or joint pain or stiffness; blurred vision or other vision changes; bone pain; calf or leg pain or swelling; chest pain; dark urine; eye pain; fainting; fever; loss of appetite; mental or mood changes (eg, aggressiveness, depression); muscle pain, stiffness, or weakness; numbness or tingling of the hands or feet; one-sided weakness; pale stools; severe dizziness; severe or persistent headache; severe or persistent stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting; shortness of breath; signs of high blood sugar (eg, frequent hunger, thirst, or urination); slurred speech; suicidal thoughts or actions; swelling; vaginal itching, odor, or discharge; weight gain; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Zoratame (25 mg) be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Zoratame (25 mg)?
Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have diabetes or high blood lipid levels, are very overweight, or have a family member with any of these problems
if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, bone problems, pancreas problems (eg, pancreatitis), heart disease, or mental or mood problems (eg, depression, suicidal thoughts or actions)
if you receive phototherapy or drink alcohol
if you take St. John's wort; it may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives (eg, birth control pills)
if you take a progestin-only birth control pill (mini-pill); your doctor may need to prescribe a different form of hormonal birth control
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Zoratame (25 mg). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any of the following medicines:
Certain medicines for diabetes (eg, glyburide) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased
Methotrexate or tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline) because liver damage or increased pressure in the brain may occur
Vitamin A because it may increase the risk of acitretin's side effects
Certain hormonal contraceptives (eg, low-dose progestin-only birth control pill, mini-pill) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Zoratame (25 mg)
Phenytoin because the risk of its side effects may be increased by Zoratame (25 mg)
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Zoratame (25 mg) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Zoratame (25 mg)?
Use Zoratame (25 mg) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Zoratame (25 mg) comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Zoratame (25 mg) refilled.
Take the capsule(s) by mouth with a meal at about the same time each day, or as directed by your doctor.
Continue to use Zoratame (25 mg) even if your condition does not improve right away. Your condition may become worse for a short time before it improves. It may take 2 to 3 months before you see the full benefits of Zoratame (25 mg).
If you miss a dose of Zoratame (25 mg), you may take it later the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Zoratame (25 mg).
Can Zoratame (25 mg) be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Zoratame (25 mg) be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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