Ematra Softgel Capsule

Ematra Softgel Capsule is an antineoplastic drug containing Tretinoin as its active ingredient. It belongs to the retinoid class of medications, structurally similar to vitamin A. It is indicated for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia, a blood disorder in which it slows the proliferation of diseased blood cells.

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Tretinoin or any other component of the formulation. Avoid concurrent use with vitamin A, tetracyclines, or other retinoids (Isotretinoin, Acitretin, Tazarotene).

Avoid consumption of peanuts and soya products, as this medicine contains soya bean oil.

Inform your healthcare professional if you have other medical conditions or a history of mental health problems including depression, mood changes, or aggressive behaviour, as this medicine may affect mood stability.

Before commencing treatment, disclose to your doctor if you are planning pregnancy, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Pregnancy must be avoided even for one month after discontinuing this medicine. Use effective contraceptive methods during and after treatment.

Notify your doctor if you have allergies or intolerance to sugars, as this medicine contains sorbitol.

Limited safety and efficacy data are available for paediatric use. Contact your doctor for further guidance.

Report to your doctor immediately if you experience fever, chest or back pain, or difficulty breathing.

Acute promyelocytic leukemia

Ematra capsule binds to the fusion protein and breaks down the protein, making the immature blood cells differentiate into mature white blood cells (WBC). This helps restore normal blood cell production and reduces the number of abnormal cells present in blood and bone marrow.

Take Ematra capsule as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking Ematra capsule if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Difficulty in breathing Fever Coughing Dizziness Pain in chest and abdomen Severe headache Severe stomach pain that spread to back (the sign of pancreatitis) Dark lumpy makings on the skin Swelling in leg Double vision Ringing in the ear and headache Sudden migraine Common Hair loss Irregular heartbeat Joint pain Bone pain Skin rashes, itching, redness, inflammation Dryness in skin, mouth, nose Respiratory failure Unusual sweating Mood swings Numbness or tingling on hands or feet Constipation High levels of blood creatinine or blood fats

Inform your doctor about the side effect you are experiencing; your doctor may change the dosage of Ematra capsule or give you some additional medicine to reduce the side effects. Even though you didn't notice a change in your mood and, behavior, it is advised you inform your friends and family that this medicine could affect your mood and behavior. Discuss with your doctor about effective contraception methods to avoid getting pregnant. Women should take pregnancy tests every four months while under treatment. Notify your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while under treatment; your doctor will provide you with the right treatment. Do not consume other medications unless your doctor prescribes them.