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Compare ACITRETIN (ACITRETIN) and GUSELKUMAB (TREMFYA) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
ACITRETIN · Retinoid
How it works
Other agent
Approved for
TREMFYA, Tremfya · Biologic (IL-23 Inhibitor)
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Guselkumab is a human monoclonal IgG1λ antibody that selectively binds to the p19 subunit of interleukin 23 (IL-23) and inhibits its interaction with the I...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 26 Reddit discussions
ACITRETIN
9%
positive
11 threads
GUSELKUMAB
27%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
11 Reddit threads analysed for ACITRETIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
8
Avg Post Score
6 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Threads directly comparing ACITRETIN to other medications
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Hi all, Looking for some input or shared experiences from others in similar shoes. I’ve had psoriasis and PsA for several years now. Current treatment includes: * Methotrexate (MTX) – has helped, but I wouldn't call it a miracle. hasnt changed skin much, I started taking it right as a PsA flare wa
I, 25m 5'11 176lbs constantly get a sore throat all year round, get the flu at least three times a year every now and then catch a cold and almost always have a stuffy nose. I've been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (mild case treated with acitretin) and because of depression take brintelli
I see that many people here are prescribed Isotretinoin for HS than Acitretin. But from what I have read (research papers on the drugs), Acitretin seems to work better with a number of people going into remissions for 1-4 years. Have anyone been on Acitretin? I am aware that Acitretin affects infert
> **Background:** Treatment of recalcitrant warts represents a continuing therapeutic challenge. Combination therapies can help improve treatment response, decrease adverse effects, and reduce recurrence. > **Objective:** To compare the efficacy, safety and immunological effects of a combined
* [https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW](https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW) * 27 * Male * 6'2 * 180 * White * Chronic since age 13; severity drastically increased at age 21 * 80% of entire body. * Previous diagnosis of Psoriasis;More recent diagnosis of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris. * Acitretin, 50 mg/ day I'd appre
Female, 34, have psoriasis. Take cosentyx, acitretin, iron, and birth control all by rx. Non-rx I take Xyzal. Got off 7 day cruise(family event) Monday morning. Went straight to hotel, to wait for 5am flight Tuesday. About 4pm Monday I was hit hard. Vomiting and diarrhea simultaneously(and wtf Seat
I (18 M, Indian, 180cm, 186 lbs) currently on Acitretin for psoriasis and HS for 8 months got a flare-up out of nowhere 2 days ago where my whole body turned red and started burning/itching starting from my chest and ears and gradually spreading to the whole body. It was unbearable. I have my dermat
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
15 Reddit threads analysed for GUSELKUMAB
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
29 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
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Hi everyone, first, just want to thank everyone for sharing in this forum, for the courage to reveal and be vulnerable, for providing a sense of community and connection when its easy to feel alone in what we're struggling with, and for the encouragement and support. About me: 51yo male with recen
I use the biologic in the photo. My doctor gave me the first injection, and today I have to do the second injection by myself. I wanted to ask if you inject yourself? Is it easy? I
My gf has been prescribed to get Secukinumab (Scapho) for 5 weeks, then monthly after, and Guselkumab (Tremfya) once a month (afaik this is conditional to her response to Scapho in the first 4 weeks). She's being charged 32k for Secukinumab and 82k for Guselkumab per session. Are there any availabl
So..we don't exactly know for sure even whether the injection had a direct effect or was merely acting on the gut microbiome which then quenched the inflammation. # Compositional Alteration of Gut Microbiota in Psoriasis Treated with IL-23 and IL-17 Inhibitors [Yu-Huei Huang](https://pubmed.ncbi.nl
Hi All, I was able to join a clinical trial for Guselkumab and had my first dose 3-4 weeks ago. Just wondering if any of you had experienced an onset of Migraine as a side effect of the medicine? Also, maybe more acne? Thanks!
***EDIT: I am in the US. I have my next GI follow up to likely begin Tremfya on 10/7. I did my labs today for calprotectin, TB, HIV, CBC, CMP, Hepatitis, and TPMT activity. Hi everyone, I stopped into my GI today and got copies of my colonoscopy, biopsy, and follow-up visit note with my GI from las
I was diagnosed with Psoriasis last March 2024. 3 months later, I started Guselkumab (Tremfya). Since then, my skin really cleared up. No flares. I feel normal and back with my old self except that I have hyperpigmentation on some areas but not really a big problem. Been taking this biologic for 8 m
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
ACITRETIN is a Retinoid, while GUSELKUMAB belongs to the Biologic (IL-23 Inhibitor) class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles. ACITRETIN is administered via Oral, whereas GUSELKUMAB uses Subcutaneous or Intravenous. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
ACITRETIN carries 4 FDA warnings. GUSELKUMAB carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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