Retino A 0.05% Cream

Retino A 0.05% Cream contains the active ingredient Tretinoin, a carboxylic acid form of vitamin, is a first generation topical retinoid. It is commonly used to treat acne and keratosis pilarisis (a harmless skin condition that causes rough, dry patches and tiny bumps, usually on the cheeks, upper arms, buttocks, and thighs). Tretinoin is on the WHO list of essential medicines, a list of the most important medicines required in a basic health system.

Composition

• Tretinoin

Company Name

• Janssen

Retino A 0.05% Cream How To Work

Retino A 0.05% Cream contains the active ingredient Tretinoin. The drug being a metabolite of retinol, is both structurally and pharmacologically related to vitamin A, which regulates the cell growth and regenerates the outer layer of the skin. It makes the surface layer of the skin thinner and pores less likely to become blocked, reducing the occurrence of blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples.

What Is Retino A 0.05% Cream

Retino A 0.05% Cream is a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A and is used for the treatment of acne and reduce wrinkles of the face. It is also used to treat a type of cancer where the blood cells fail to mature.

How To Take

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Mechanism Action Of Retino A 0.05% Cream

Retino A 0.05% Cream improves the patient’s condition by performing the following functions:

• Increasing the turnover of follicular epithelial cells.

Instructions

Use Retino A 0.05% Cream as instructed by the doctor. The topical form should not be taken by mouth or applied into eyes or open wounds. All usage instructions mentioned on the label or package insert should be followed. Apply the medicine is right quantities for the prescribed duration of time.

Drug Interactions

• albuterol
• aspirin
• clindamycin topical
• doxycycline
• Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
• Flonase (fluticasone nasal)
• gabapentin

Side Effects

• peeling,
• excessive dry skin,
• burning,
• warmth,
• stinging,
• redness,
• tingling,
• swelling,
• irritation,

Warning

Exposure to sun – Use of this medicine can cause adverse reactions of the skin on sun exposure. You should either avoid stepping out at daytime or take appropriate precautionary measures.

Other skin creams – This medicine may interact with other skin care or medicinal products. Consult your doctor before starting the use of other products along with this medicine.

Contraception – Appropriate means of birth control should be adopted while using this medicine. It can cause oral/hormonal contraception failure and hence use of multiple contraception is advised. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect a pregnancy while using this medicine.

Initial discomfort – This medicine may cause discomfort after use in some people. Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not subside or become severe.

Precaution

Weather extremes, such as wind or cold, also may be irritating to patients under treatment with tretinoin.

Retino A 0.05% (tretinoin gel) microsphere, 0.1% and 0.04%, should be kept away from the eyes, the mouth, paranasal creases of the nose, and mucous membranes.

Tretinoin has been reported to cause severe irritation on eczematous skin and should be used with utmost caution in patients with this condition.

Dosage

• Retino A 0.025% Cream
• Retino A 0.05% Cream
• Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel
• Retino A Micro 0.1% Gel
• Retino AC Gel

Safety Information

The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else.

Uses

Retino A 0.05% Cream is used in the treatment of acne.

Storage

Creams are flammable, keep the medicine away from heat and flame. Keep the tube tightly closed. Store it at room temperature. Ensure that your children and pets don’t have access to the medication.

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