Retino-A 0.025% Cream (Tretinoin 0.025%)

Description

Retino A 0.025% Ointment 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.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Retino A 0.025% Ointment
Skin irritation
Burning or tingling sensation of skin
Red spots on skin
Peeling and blistering of skin
Patchy appearance of skin
Photosensitivity of skin
Nausea and Vomiting
Fever with body pain
Dry mucous membrane
Blood cell disorder
Difficulty in breathing
Dizziness and fainting
Coffee colored vomit
Hearing loss
Unusual bleeding or bruising

Uses of Retino A 0.025% Ointment

What is it prescribed for?
Acne vulgaris
This medicine is used to prevent and treat pimples. It also reduces the occurrence of new pimple breakout and promotes the healing of the skin.
Wrinkled and rough/mottled skin
This medicine is used for management of wrinkles, rough patches, and patchy skin color associated with excess UV/sunlight exposure. It is mostly used in combination with other medicines.
Acute promyelocytic leukemia
This medicine is also used orally under specific circumstances to treat a cancer of the blood where the affected cells fail to mature properly.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to tretinoin/isotretinoin/retinoids or any other component present in the dosage form.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Use of this medicine by pregnant women is not recommended. Use appropriate contraception and avoid getting pregnant while using this medicine. Contact your doctor and discuss the risks if a pregnancy is suspected.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use by women who are breastfeeding. It can be used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved with use. You should not breastfeed while the topical form of this medicine is applied.
General warnings
Oral use
The oral form of this medicine should be used under clinical supervision only. Appropriate diagnostic tests should be performed to ensure safe and effective use of this medicine.
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.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then missed dose application can be skipped. Contact your doctor immediately if you miss an oral dose of this medicine.
Overdose
Chances of an overdose with a topical application are very less. However, if the medicine is consumed orally then overdose may happen. Contact your doctor immediately in case of an oral overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Use Retino A 0.025% Ointment 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.