[split] Acitretin

[jiml]

Hi congrats kelly I started ACITRETIN in November on 50mg which after the plaques whent they dropped it to 40mg a day been on 40 for about 6 weeks however I've started getting the plaques come bk also a lot of side effects dry lips n nose very sticky skin lots of pealing hands an feet also my hair is starting to fall out which worries me the most as I've got scalp Psoriosis as well got an appointment tomorrow so fingers crossed they can help

If it's not agreeing with you, and the plaques are returning, they will possibly up the dose again. Although if you are having bad side effects. Perhaps they will change your medication for something like mine Fumaderm which is less toxic to your system. Or they may decide a biological drug for you ..... Read plenty here before your appointment so you are armed and in a position of knowledge
Good luck
Jim

[mataribot]

The dry lips and cracking of the lips is a side effect of the drug; i had it with the drug.

[kh924]

I only had chapped lips and peeling for the first few weeks. I was started on a dose of 25mg a day, dropped down to 20mg a day and now I alternate on 10mg one day/20mg every other day. I did experience a bit of hair loss which is in part, the reason for lowering my dosage. It was also lowered because my skin is completely clear (for now anyway ?). I noticed more that the texture of my hair has changed vs losing hair, but I'll take it any day over Psoriasis. If I read your post correctly you started in Nov on 40mg day?? It is a slow acting med. It took a good 3 or 4 months for me to see real progress. Wishing you the best. Hang in there
K

[Meaduk]

Started on 50mg a day they lowered it to 40 about six weeks ago thanks will see what they say just getting ready to go

[Kat]

Started on 50mg a day they lowered it to 40 about six weeks ago  thanks will see what they say just getting ready to go

Good luck Meaduk!

[Meaduk]

Well bk from appointment nurse thinks I should go on methotrexate but need to change dermatologist as mine only likes to prescribe Acitretin but should be on it within six weeks

[Caroline]

Well bk from appointment nurse thinks I should go on methotrexate but need to change dermatologist as mine only likes to prescribe Acitretin but should be on it within six weeks

Do you think it would help ? Going to MTX ?
The side effects of MTX may be worse than those acetretin.
I think it is time for you to look at different medication. As loosing hair is not a good sign.

[Meaduk]

I've been told I need to give them ago in order before they use anything els

[Caroline]

I've been told I need to give them ago in order before they use anything els

Well... Then keep a good eye on your health and how you feel. If you think it feels worse or with the slightest sign of really seeing it worse you should immediately ring the bell !!

[jiml]

Well bk from appointment nurse thinks I should go on methotrexate but need to change dermatologist as mine only likes to prescribe Acitretin but should be on it within six weeks

Really methotrexate!! all I will say is some on here swear by it, but I couldn't get on with it myself but we are all different, ... You say the nurse suggested methotrexate, I hope it works well for you...... It is difficult to argue with the proffesionals... I wish you success with it ...do make sure they monitor you liver and kidney function regularly and . Do keep us updated