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Actinin Benefits & Uses

Actinin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Actinin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Actinin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actinin is used -

Moderate

Hypercholesterolaemia
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)

Actinin Related Warnings

Is the use of Actinin safe for pregnant women?

Actinin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Actinin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Actinin. Immediately discontinue Actinin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Actinin on the Kidneys?

Actinin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Actinin on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Actinin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Actinin on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Actinin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Actinin with Other Drugs

Actinin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Vitamin A

Tetracycline

Minocycline

Moderate

Adapalene

Alcohol

Cholestyramine

Actinin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actinin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Hearing Loss
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Depression
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Actinin

Is this Actinin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Actinin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Actinin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Actinin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Actinin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Actinin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actinin

Taking Actinin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Actinin

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Actinin at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Actinin

Question over 5 years ago

Can Actinin cause irregular periods or bleeding between periods?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Actinin does not cause irregular periods. So far, no direct association between Actinin use and irregular menses or bleeding between periods has been established.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Actinin causes dry skin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Actinin causes dryness of skin but only in few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. For mild dryness, you can use petroleum jelly for moisturization. If you experience excessive dryness of the skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Actinin cause irritation?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Actinin causes skin irritation in a few cases. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Actinin increase weight?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Actinin does increases weight. There are no reports of weight gain after taking this drug. If you experience any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Actinin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Actinin is a brand name of isotretinoin and it comes in different dosage forms such as a tablet, capsule, and cream as well. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called acne agents. It is used for the treatment of acne (severe recalcitrant nodular acne). When no other treatment works for acne then this medicine is given.