Retin-A Gel: tretinoin acne treatment and skin safety

Retin-A Gel contains tretinoin, a topical retinoid that normalizes follicular cell turnover and is prescribed for acne. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin as directed, usually at night. Dryness, peeling, redness, and temporary irritation are common early effects. Use sunscreen and avoid harsh exfoliants, waxing, and sunburned skin.

• Use: clinician-directed acne treatment.
• Safety: discuss pregnancy, breastfeeding, and sensitive skin with a clinician.
• Warning: stop and seek advice for severe swelling, blistering, or allergic symptoms.

How should Retin-A Gel be purchased?

Patients may buy Retin-A Gel 0.01% only with the prescribed directions, or buy Retin-A Gel 0.025% when that strength is prescribed. Never obtain Retin-A Gel from an unverified seller. Cost varies by tube size. A lower Retin-A Gel price does not verify quality. When you buy Retin-A Gel, check the strength and expiry. Ask about the Retin-A Gel price before dispensing. People who buy Retin-A Gel should avoid sharing it. The Retin-A Gel price should not outweigh dermatologist advice. A clinician decides whether treatment is suitable. If you buy Retin-A Gel again, report severe irritation. Discuss the Retin-A Gel price with the pharmacy.

Common use

Retin-A Gel is the acid form of vitamin A commonly applied to treat acne vulgaris and keratosis pilaris. There are 0.01% 20 g tube and 0.025% 10 g tube.
Tretinoin is the acid form of vitamin A commonly applied to treat acne vulgaris and keratosis pilaris.
It is also applied in other cases.

Dosage and direction
Apply gel on clean dry face. Spread it evenly over the treated areas of skin. Avoid applying gel on irritated skin.
It may take 6-9 weeks to see the effect.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Precautions

Applying gel to your face avoid the areas around your eyes, lips or other sensitive areas.
Inform your doctor if you have eczema or excessive sensitivity to the sun.
Aged people can be more sensitive to side effects of the medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feed.

Contraindications
Retin-A Gel should not be used by patients having demonstrated a reaction of hypersensitivity to it.

Possible side effects
The most common side effects are redness, scaling, itching, and burning.
A very serious allergic reaction rarely occurs. Many people using this medicine do not have serious side effects.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
In case you notice the effects not listed here, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug interactions
Before taking Accutane tell your doctor or chemist of all prescription and non-prescription medicines you are taking.
Retin-A Gel should not be used with
* benzoyl peroxide
* salicylic acid
* tetracycline
* sulfa drugs.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Missed dose
If you have missed your dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you see that it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not take your dose twice.

Overdose
If you think you have used too much of this medicine seek emergency medical attention right away. The symptoms of overdose usually include chest pain, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and feeling light-headed or fainting.

Storage
Store your medicines at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store your drugs in the bathroom. Keep all drugs away from reach of children and pets.

Disclaimer
We provide only general information about medications which does not cover all directions, possible drug integrations, or precautions. Information at the site cannot be used for self-treatment and self-diagnosis. Any specific instructions for a particular patient should be agreed with your health care adviser or doctor in charge of the case. We disclaim reliability of this information and mistakes it could contain. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, special or other indirect damage as a result of any use of the information on this site and also for consequences of self-treatment.