Product Details
Additional Information
| Product Name | Tretinoin Cream 0.05% |
| Generic Name | Tretinoin |
| Mechanism of Action | Increases cell turnover; reduces comedone formation |
| Strength | 0.05% |
| Dosage Form | Topical cream |
| Instructions for use | Apply a pea sized amount once daily or every other night at bedtime to affected areas |
| Common Side Effects | Skin irritation, dryness, peeling, photosensitivity |
| Serious Risks | Increased risk of sunburn; potential teratogenicity (Pregnancy Category C) |
| Contraindications | Pregnancy, eczema, sunburned or hypersensitive skin |
| Drug interactions | Avoid concurrent use with other topical irritants; use sunscreen |
| Storage | Store at room temperature; protect from light and heat |
| Packaging | Tube |
| Regulatory Status | FDA-approved for topical use |
| Indications | Acne vulgaris |
| Off-label use | Photoaging; hyperpigmentation |
Description
Tretinoin Cream 0.05% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. As a derivative of vitamin A, tretinoin promotes cell turnover and prevents the formation of new comedones by modifying abnormal follicular keratinization. Its therapeutic effects also include reduction of existing lesions and improvement in skin texture.
Application is typically once daily at bedtime, with a thin layer applied to thoroughly cleansed and dry affected areas. Local adverse effects include erythema, dryness, peeling, and burning sensation, particularly during the initial weeks of therapy. Photosensitivity is common, and exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays should be minimized.
Use of tretinoin with other topical products containing astringents, alcohol, or exfoliants should be avoided to reduce the risk of cumulative irritation. Tretinoin is classified as pregnancy category C due to potential teratogenic effects observed in animal studies; it should not be used during pregnancy. Caution is also advised in individuals with eczema or sunburned skin.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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