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Etino Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. Pimples are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Etino Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Etino Ointment include Fluid retention. While these are the most often observed Etino Ointment side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Etino Ointment are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Etino Ointment has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Etino Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Etino Ointment is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Eczema as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etino Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Etino Ointment have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Etino Ointment is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Etino Ointment is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Etino Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Etino can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Etino right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Etino Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Etino should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Etino Ointment on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Etino on kidneys.
What is the effect of Etino Ointment on the Liver?
Etino may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Etino Ointment on the Heart?
You can take Etino without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etino Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etino Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etino Ointment.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Etino Ointment, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Etino Ointment can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Etino Ointment is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Etino Ointment in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Etino Ointment
Taking Etino Ointment with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etino Ointment
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etino Ointment with alcohol.
Yes, Etino is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as lightening and darkening of the skin, redness, irritation, and cheilitis (chapped lips). If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Etino works by decreasing the production of sebum and reducing the size of sebaceous glands temporarily. It also prevents the formation of small bumps along with decreasing the inflammation.
Yes, Etino is used for wrinkles. It works by increasing the rate of removal of dead skin cells that promotes the growth of new skin. Thus in this way Etino reduces the wrinkles.
Take Etino as advised by your doctor. Usually, it is taken up to 13 weeks. Do not take this drug longer than prescribed. This drug comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. This drug should not be taken or applied by pregnant ladies at any cost. This drug can prove very fatal for the unborn fetus.
Etino is a brand name of tretinoin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to a class of drug known as retinoids. It is available in a different dosage form such as capsule and cream. It is mainly used for the management of acne. it also promotes the peeling of skin. The capsule form of this drug is used for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia in a people who are not cured by another type of chemotherapy.
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