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Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S

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Composition

TRETINOIN-10MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids (similar to vitamin A). Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S is used to treat acute promyelocytic leukaemia (a type of blood problem). Acute promyelocytic leukaemia is a blood cancer that causes a marked increase in a type of immature white blood cells known as promyelocytes in the blood and bone marrow. 

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S contains Tretinoin, a form of vitamin A that works by reducing the excessive production of abnormal blood cells and stimulates the growth of normal, mature cells in blood and bone marrow. Thus, helps in the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukaemia.

Take Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you need to take Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dizziness, headache, feeling tired, stomach pain, irregular heartbeat, hair loss, bone or joint pain, dry skin and changes in eyesight or hearing. Most of these side effects of Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Tretinoin, peanuts, soya or any other ingredients in Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S if you are pregnant as it may harm the foetus. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as it is excreted into breast milk and may harm the baby. Avoid taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S if you are taking other retinoid medicines (acitretin, tazarotene, isotretinoin), vitamin A and tetracyclines (antibiotics). If you are allergic to any sugars, please inform your doctor before taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as it may contain sorbitol.

Uses of Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S

Acute promyelocytic leukaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S is a form of vitamin A that is primarily used to treat acute promyelocytic leukaemia (a type of blood problem). Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S reduces the excessive production of abnormal blood cells and stimulates the growth of normal, mature cells in blood and bone marrow. Thus, helps in the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukaemia.  

Directions for Use

Take Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S preferably with a meal or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Feeling tired
  • Stomach pain
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Hair loss
  • Bone or joint pain
  • Dry skin
  • Changes in eyesight or hearing

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Tretinoin, peanuts, soya or any other ingredients, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S if you are pregnant as it may harm the foetus. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as it is excreted into breast milk and may harm the baby. You are advised to use effective contraceptive methods while using Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S to prevent pregnancy. Avoid taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S if you are taking other retinoid medicines (acitretin, tazarotene, isotretinoin), vitamin A and tetracyclines (antibiotics). If you are allergic to any sugars, please inform your doctor before taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as it may contain sorbitol.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S may interact with antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin, rifampicin, tetracyclines), vitamin A, retinoids, low-dose progestogens, antifungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, fluconazole), corticosteroids (dexamethasone, prednisolone), anticonvulsants (phenobarbital), anti-HIV medicines (saquinavir, ritonavir), heart-related medicines (diltiazem, verapamil), drugs for stomach ulcers (cimetidine), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin) and medicines to reduce bleeding (aprotinin, aminocaproic acid, tranexamic acid).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have ever had any mental health problems including mood changes, depression or aggressive tendencies, inform your doctor before taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • VITAMIN A
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • DILTIAZEM
  • VERAPAMIL
  • CIMETIDINE
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • APROTININ
  • AMINOCAPROIC ACID
  • TRANEXAMIC ACID

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat 5 portions of vegetables and fruits in a day.
  • Reduce the intake of salt and fat.
  • Regular exercise may help to reduce depression and excessive tiredness after treatment.
  • Start with gentle walking and once your white blood cell count comes back to normal, you can go swimming.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S may affect your mood and behaviour. Therefore, you are recommended to inform your family and friends that you are taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S so that they may notice any changes and help you identify problems that are needed to be discussed with your doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APL): It is a blood cancer that causes a marked increase in a type of immature white blood cells known as promyelocytes in the blood and bone marrow. The symptoms of APL include blood in the urine, nosebleeds, loss of appetite, extreme tiredness, unexplained bruising or excessive bleeding from small cuts.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Other Info - EMA0091

FAQs

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S works by reducing the excessive production of abnormal blood cells and stimulates the growth of normal, mature cells in blood and bone marrow. Thus, helps in the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukaemia.
You are recommended to avoid pregnancy while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S and for 1 month after stopping treatment with Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as it may cause the birth of the deformed baby. Therefore, you are advised to use effective contraceptive measures while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S and for 1 month after stopping treatment with Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S to prevent pregnancy. Also, women using Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S should take a pregnancy test every month and if you become pregnant while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S, inform your doctor immediately.
Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S may cause dizziness as a temporary side effect. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S.
You are not recommended to take low-dose progestogens (mini pill) with Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S as their effectiveness may be reduced. However, discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this so that a different oral contraceptive may be prescribed.
Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S may cause painful swelling in the leg in a few patients. If you experience painful swelling in your leg, difficulty breathing or sudden chest pain while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S, please inform your doctor immediately as these might be signs of a blood clot.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S is Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S is excreted into breast milk and may harm the baby. Therefore, you are recommended to avoid breastfeeding while taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S.

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Driving

Caution

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S may cause dizziness or severe headache. Therefore, drive only if you alert after taking Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S.

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Liver

Caution

Take Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Ematra Soft Gelatin Capsule-100'S should be given to children only in doses advised by the doctor.

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