Retin
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Informations
about Retin A Micro Gel |
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What
is Retin A Micro Gel ? |
Retin
A Micro Gel® (Tretinoin)
is a naturally occurring form of vitamin A. It is
applied to the skin to treat mild to moderate acne
(buy
Ortho Tri-Cyclen) or to treat the effects of aging
on the face, such as fine lines, wrinkles, or "age
spots". Generic Retin A Micro Gel is available. |
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What
should my health care professional know before I use
Retin A Micro Gel? |
They
need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•eczema
•excessive sensitivity to the sun
•sunburn
•an unusual or allergic reaction to Retin A
Micro Gel, vitamin A, other medicines, foods, dyes,
or preservatives
•pregnant (buy
Ortho Cyclen) or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding |
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How
should I use this medicine? |
Retin
A Micro Gel is usually applied to the skin once a
day before you go to bed, do not take these products
by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription
label; do not use more often than your prescriber
has recommended. Applying too much topical Retin A
Micro Gel may irritate or increase the irritation
of your skin, and will not give faster or better results.
•For all products: First gently wash your face
with a mild, non-medicated soap before applying. Pat
the skin dry. Avoid applying Retin A Micro Gel products
to your eyes, ears, nostrils, angles of the nose,
and mouth. It is recommended that you use a facial
moisturizer that will not irritate your acne and contains
a sunscreen (at least SPF 15) every morning after
you wash your face and apply the topical Retin A Micro
Gel. Discuss the proper use of moisturizers and cosmetics
with your health care prescriber.
•Retin A Micro Gel® cream: Wait 20-30 minutes
for your skin to dry before applying in order to minimize
the possibility of skin irritation. Squeeze about
a small pearl-shaped amount (1 inch or less) onto
your finger. It should be enough to cover the affected
area lightly.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional
regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special
care may be needed. |
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If
you miss a dose, skip that dose and continue with
your regular schedule. Do not use extra doses, or
use for a longer period of time than directed by your
prescriber or health care professional. Use of too
much Retin A Micro Gel can cause skin irritation. |
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What
drug(s) may interact with Retin A Micro Gel? |
•medicines
or other preparations that may dry your skin such
as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic
acid
•medicines that increase your sensitivity to
sunlight such as tetracycline or sulfa drugs
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about
all other skin preparations, (prescription and nonprescription)
you are using. These may affect the way your medicine
works. Check before stopping or starting any of your
medicines. |
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What
side effects may I notice from using Retin A Micro
Gel? |
Side
effects that you should report to your prescriber
or health care professional as soon as possible:
•darkening or lightening of the treated areas
•severe burning, itching, crusting, or swelling
of the treated areas
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention
(report to your prescriber or health care professional
if they continue or are bothersome):
•increased sensitivity to the sun
•itching
•mild stinging
•red, inflamed, and irritated skin, the skin
may peel after a few days |
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What
should I watch for while taking Retin A Micro Gel?
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Your
acne may get worse during the first treatment period
and should then start to improve. It may take 2 to
12 weeks before you see the full beneficial effect.
When used to reduce fine facial lines, you may not
notice any improvements right away; it may take up
to 4 months to see any effects. Retin A Micro Gel
does not remove wrinkles or repair sun-damaged skin.
Retin A Micro Gel may not work for everyone who uses
it; it may work better for some than others.
Do not wash your face more than 2 or 3 times a day,
unless told to by your prescriber or health care professional.
Do not use the following products on the same areas
that you are treating with Retin A Micro Gel, unless
otherwise directed by your prescriber or health care
professional: other topical agents with a strong skin
drying effect such as products with a high alcohol
content, astringents, spices, the peel of lime or
other citrus, medicated soaps or shampoos, permanent
wave solutions, electrolysis, hair removers or waxes,
or any other preparations or processes that might
dry or irritate your skin. Consult your prescriber
or healthcare professional before using these products.
Retin A Micro Gel can increase sensitivity of the
skin to sun or UV light. Keep out of the sun, or wear
protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen (SPF
15 or higher). Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning
beds or booths.
Retin A Micro Gel products can catch fire. Keep away
from lighted matches, cigarettes and other naked flames. |
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Where
can I keep my medicine? |
Keep
out of the reach of children.
Store the liquid and gel at room temperature below
30 degrees C (86 degrees F), and the cream below 27
degrees F (80 degrees F); do not freeze. Keep away
from heat and flame. Protect from light. |
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additional authority and manufacturer information
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