Tretinioin
Key points
- Tretinion is often used to improve the appearance and texture of the skin.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
- Retin-A reduces the formation of pimples and promotes quick healing of pimples that do develop.
- Patient instructions are available with the product.
Tretinioin (Generic Retin A)
Tretinion is often used to improve the appearance and texture of the skin. It produces a mild, superficial peel of the epidermis.
The major benefit is to decrease the effects of sunlight caused aging
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Important Note
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Tretinion Uses
This medication is used in the treatment of acne. Retin-A reduces the formation of pimples and promotes quick healing of pimples that do develop.
How to take Tretinion
Patient instructions are available with the product. Read them carefully before using. Apply a thin layer to affected area at bedtime. Use a gauze pad or cotton swab to apply the liquid. Wash hands immediately after use. Using Retin-A more frequently or in excessive amounts does not improve the results, but may increase side effects. Avoid applying near the eyes, mouth, or open cuts since this medication can irritate sensitive skin. Acne may appear to worsen when the medication is first used; continue therapy. It may take three to six weeks before the full benefits of this medication are seen.
Tretinion Tretinion Side effects
Immediately after applying Retin-A, the skin may feel warm or mild stinging or redness may occur. Some peeling of the skin may occur. These effects should subside as your skin adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. This medicine may also increase sun sensitivity.
Tretinion Precautions
This medication can increase sensitivity to sunlight, wind and cold. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and use an effective sunscreen. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. It is not known if tretinoin appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Use mild soap when washing your face. Do not wash face excessively. Abrasive soaps, cleansers, medicated creams or lotions can increase skin irritation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about their use. Use other acne preparations with caution while using this medication.
Tretinion Drug interactions
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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