Gloret 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called retinoids (vitamin A derivative). It is used to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments.

Gloret 10mg Tablet is used to treat red pimples on the skin

Uses of Gloret Tablet

Treatment of Acne

Benefits of Gloret Tablet

In Treatment of Acne

Gloret 10mg Tablet helps treat acne by reducing the production of sebum (a natural substance) that causes acne. This kills acne-causing bacteria and prevents spots or pimples from appearing. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect so keep taking it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne-free.

Side effects of Gloret Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Gloret

Dry skin
Increased liver enzymes
Rash

How to use Gloret Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gloret 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Gloret Tablet works

Gloret 10mg Tablet is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gloret 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Gloret 10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Gloret 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Gloret 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Your night vision may get worse during your treatment. This can happen suddenly. Drowsiness and dizziness have been reported very rarely. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Gloret 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gloret 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Gloret 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Gloret 10mg Tablet for the treatment of severe acne.
Take it with food.
Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Gloret 10mg Tablet. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing.
Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
It may cause dryness of mouth, lips, and eyes. Drink plenty of water, use moisturiser and avoid wearing contact lenses. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Do not take Gloret 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Retinoid

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Retinoids- First generation

Patient concerns

Please suggest better treatment for acne and piles

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

For acne-use Nadoxin gel at night over acne For piles-pls visit near general surgeon

hello ma, im suffering from severe acne im under medication from last two months, im taking resoten capsules and aapplying tretinoin cream at night, but still my acne are comming vigorously what will i do please tell

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Few acne can come

FAQs

Is Gloret 10mg Tablet safe to use?

Gloret 10mg Tablet should be used with care since it is associated with significant adverse reactions. It should be used only for patients with severe nodular acne who are unresponsive to conventional therapy, including systemic antibiotics. In addition, Gloret 10mg Tablet should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause severe birth defects.

Is Gloret 10mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Gloret 10mg Tablet is a retinoid (vitamin A) which is used to treat severe types of acne.

What are the recommended tests during Gloret 10mg Tablet therapy?

Your liver enzymes and serum lipids will be checked before the treatment is started. These levels will also be monitored 1 month after the start of treatment and subsequently at 3 monthly intervals unless more frequent monitoring is clinically indicated.

Is the effect of Gloret 10mg Tablet permanent?

It has been observed in many patients that a single 15-20-week course effectively cures the condition and prevents it from coming back. If at all a second course is required, one should wait for at least 8 weeks after completion of the first course. This is because experience with Gloret 10mg Tablet has shown that the symptoms in the patients with acne may continue to improve following treatment with Gloret 10mg Tablet.

Why is Gloret 10mg Tablet so dangerous during pregnancy?

If pregnancy occurs during treatment with Gloret 10mg Tablet then, there is an extremely high risk that the baby may be born with severe birth defects.

Can Gloret 10mg Tablet cause cancer?

No, there are no reports of Gloret 10mg Tablet causing cancer. In fact, it may be useful in some forms of head, skin, and neck cancers.

What are the long-term side effects of Gloret 10mg Tablet?

A normal course of treatment of Gloret 10mg Tablet is 15–20 weeks. Therefore, the long-term effects of low doses have not been studied. However, it may have some effect on bone mineral density. It may decrease bone mineral density in some patients, resulting in osteoporosis or fractures.

Does Gloret 10mg Tablet affect male fertility?

No, Gloret 10mg Tablet does not affect the fertility of male patients. No significant effects were seen on ejaculate volume, sperm count, total sperm motility, morphology, or seminal plasma fructose.

Does Gloret 10mg Tablet damage your liver?

There may be a transient increase in liver enzymes with Gloret 10mg Tablet use. Therefore, regular laboratory tests are required. These values generally return to normal after some time. If the levels remain elevated for a long time, your doctor may discontinue the use of Gloret 10mg Tablet.

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