ALITRETINOIN (Topical route) - a-li-TRET-i-noyn.(Drug overview)

Brand names in the United States --

* Panretin

Dosage forms --

* Gel/Jelly

Therapeutic classification: Dermatological Agent

Chemical classification: Retinoid

DESCRIPTION OF USE

Alitretinoin is used as a topical treatment for cutaneous AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma in cases when there is no need for oral or intravenous medication.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies --

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional …