Name: Sotret NF 16mg Capsule 10s
Brand: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
SKU: 1204656
Price: 318.75 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Is Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s a steroid?

Accepted Answer

Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s is a retinoid (vitamin A) used to treat severe acne, not a steroid.

Question 2

Is Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s should be used cautiously due to potential serious side effects and is intended for severe nodular acne unresponsive to standard treatments. It is contraindicated in pregnant women due to the risk of severe birth defects.

Question 3

Can Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

There are no reports linking Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s to cancer; it may even be beneficial in treating certain head, skin, and neck cancers.

Question 4

Does Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s damage your liver?

Accepted Answer

There may be a temporary increase in liver enzymes with Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s, necessitating regular testing. Levels usually normalize over time, but persistent elevation may lead to discontinuation of the medication.

Question 5

Does Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s affect male fertility?

Accepted Answer

Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s does not affect male fertility, with no significant changes observed in ejaculate volume, sperm count, motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.

Question 6

Is the effect of Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s permanent?

Accepted Answer

Many patients experience lasting improvement after a single 15-20 week course. If a second course is necessary, wait at least 8 weeks after the first, as symptoms may continue to improve post-treatment.

Question 7

Why is Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s dangerous during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Using Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s during pregnancy poses a high risk of severe birth defects in the baby.

Question 8

What are the long-term side effects of Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s?

Accepted Answer

The long-term effects of low doses of Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s have not been extensively studied, but it may impact bone mineral density, potentially leading to osteoporosis or fractures.

Question 9

What tests are recommended during Sotret NF 16mg Cap 10s therapy?

Accepted Answer

Liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked before starting treatment, then monitored one month later and every three months thereafter, unless more frequent checks are needed.

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