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MEDICAL INFORMATION
Tretinoin Cream Key Facts
What dosages is Tretinoin Cream available in?
Tretinoin Cream is available as a 0.02% topical cream.
What is Tretinoin Cream used for?
Tretinoin Cream is a retinoic acid derivative and is used to treat face wrinkles.
How does Tretinoin Cream work?
Tretinoin Cream is a retinoic acid derivative, which is a form of vitamin A that’s naturally in the body and helps the skin renew itself.
How do I take Tretinoin Cream?
Apply a small, pearl-sized (about ¼ inch or 5 mm) amount of cream to cover the entire affected area lightly once a day in the evening.
Is it safe for me to take Tretinoin Cream?
Tretinoin Cream 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.
Tretinoin Cream Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Tretinoin Cream:
- Mild warmth or stinging
- Changes in color of treated skin
- Peeling
- Redness
- Dry skin
- Itching
Tretinoin Cream Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Tretinoin Cream. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction
- Serious redness, swelling, burning, blistering or peeling of skin
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Tretinoin Cream
The following medications may interact with Tretinoin Cream:
- Concomitant topical medications, medicated or abrasive soaps, shampoos cleansers, cosmetics with a strong drying effect, products with high concentrations of alcohol astringents, spices or lime, permanent wave solutions, electrolysis, hair depilatories or waxes and products that may irritate the skin should be used with caution in patients being treated with Tretinoin Cream because they may increase irritation with Tretinoin Cream
- Tretinoin Cream should not be administered if the patient is also taking drugs known to be photosensitizers (e.g., thiazides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, phenothiazines sulfonamides) because of the possibility of augmented phototoxicity
Who makes Tretinoin Cream?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Tretinoin Cream safe in pregnancy?
Do not use Tretinoin Cream if you are pregnant or attempting to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while using Tretinoin Cream, please contact your physician immediately.
What is the brand name for Tretinoin Cream?
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