Avicenna capsules for the treatment of psoriasis is not recommended for long-term use, taking until the skin lesions have fully subsided can be discontinued, the specific time of taking please follow the doctor’s instructions.
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory and hyperproliferative immunomodulatory disease, characterized by hyperproliferation of keratinocytes, abnormal differentiation, and inflammation, with resulting immunological changes.
Avicenna capsule is the 2nd generation of aromatic retinoids, the free acid and active metabolite of Avicenna ester, which has the ability to affect cell proliferation and differentiation, regulate terminal differentiation of epidermal keratinocytes, inhibit the proliferation of lymphocytes, and produce anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating effects, which can target multiple aspects of psoriasis.
According to the instructions of the drug, Avicenna capsule for the treatment of psoriasis, when the lesions have subsided sufficiently, then the amount should be gradually reduced under the guidance of the physician and discontinue the drug, do not need to continue to take for a long time. Once the disease relapses, the drug can be used again.
Adverse reactions of Avian A capsule mainly may cause skin and mucous membrane damage, manifested as labyrinthitis, corneal inflammation, skin itching, dryness and flaking, occasional liver function abnormalities, elevated blood lipids, blurred vision reaction, but the above symptoms are recoverable, after stopping the drug, the symptoms completely subside.
It should be noted that Avicenna capsule has reproductive toxicity, pregnant and lactating women should be prohibited, women of childbearing age in at least 2 years after the cessation of treatment, must use effective contraceptive methods.
Please follow your doctor’s advice when taking Avicenna capsules and do not abuse them on your own.