MEDICAL INFORMATION: This is a potent medication with significant risks. It must only be used under the strict supervision of a dermatologist experienced in the use of systemic retinoids. This information is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Acitretin® (Kahira / Sabaa) Summary Acitretin is a systemic retinoid, a synthetic derivative of Vitamin A, used to treat severe and resistant forms of psoriasis and other skin keratinization disorders. It is a potent medication reserved for cases that have not responded to other treatments. Acitretin works by normalizing the excessive growth and differentiation of skin cells. Due to its significant risk of causing severe birth defects, its use is strictly controlled. BLACK BOX WARNING: EXTREME RISK OF SEVERE BIRTH DEFECTS Acitretin is a potent human teratogen and is absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy. There is an extremely high risk that a severely deformed infant will res...
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