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Tazarotene is available as a 0.045% topical lotion.

Tazarotene is a retinoid and is used for the following:

• Acne
• Plaque psoriasis – cream and gel only

Tazarotene is a retinoid. It’s unclear exactly how the medication works to treat acne and plaque psoriasis. It’s thought that it helps skin cells renew faster, which might help with the appearance and texture of the skin.

Tazarotene is dosed as follows:

• Acne
• Cream or gel for adults and children over 12 years old (Tazorac): Clean your face. Once your skin is dry, apply a thin layer of the 0.1% cream or gel to the affected area(s) once daily in the evening
• Foam for adults and children 12 years or older (Fabior): Clean the affected areas with a mild cleanser and let it dry completely. Gently massage a thin layer of medication into the skin of the affected areas until the foam disappears, once daily in the evening
• Lotion for adults and children 9 years or older (Tazarotene): Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) once daily.
• Plaque psoriasis (Tazorac)
• Cream or gel (Tazorac): Start with the 0.05% strength, then move up to 0.1% as tolerated. Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) once daily in the evening. Do not apply the gel to more than 20% of your body

Tazarotene is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you are pregnant.

Common side effects of Tazarotene:

• Skin redness
• Itching
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Skin peeling
• Dry skin

Serious side effects are rare with Tazarotene. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

• Allergic reactions

The following medications may interact with Tazarotene:

• No formal drug-drug interaction studies were conducted with Tazarotene. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking

Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers

Tazarotene may cause birth defects if used during pregnancy.
You must not be pregnant when you start using Tazarotene or become pregnant during treatment with Tazarotene.

For people who are able to get pregnant:

• Your healthcare provider should order a pregnancy test for you within 2 weeks before you begin treatment with Tazarotene to be sure that you are not pregnant. Your healthcare provider will decide when to do the test.
• Begin treatment with Tazarotene during a normal menstrual period
• Use an effective form of birth control (contraception) during treatment with Tazarotene. Talk with your healthcare provider about birth control options
  that may be used to prevent pregnancy during treatment with Tazarotene
• Stop using Tazarotene and tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant during treatment with Tazarotene

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