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Indications

Retin-A cream is an acne medication used to treat acne vulgaris and photodamage.

Tretinoin is a vitamin A derivative that stimulates nuclear retinoic acid receptors in your skin to reduce acne and signs of photodamage. By doing this, Retin-A cream can improve the appearance and health of skin through topical application.

This acne cream has been proven to effectively treat acne while also improving fine wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and rough skin. Retin-A cream is readily absorbed into your skin and begins to take effect within a few weeks.

Uses and Dosage

The administration of Retin-A cream will vary depending on the individual and the severity of their skin condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully for the best results.

• Apply to affected areas each day before bed
• Wash your hands before and after application
• Wash affected skin and pat dry before applying the cream
• You can wear cosmetics while using Retin-A cream but ensure you wash the area thoroughly
• Depending on your doctor’s instructions, you may need to wait 20 to 30 minutes before using
• Apply a thin layer to your affected skin and gently rub it in
• The cream may cause a transitory feeling of warmth or slight stinging after application
• Your acne may appear to worsen the first few weeks of treatment, but this is the medication working on unseen lesions and should not cause you to discontinue use
• Improvements may appear in 2 to 3 weeks but over 6 weeks may be necessary for full effects
• Retin-A cream should not be ingested
• Avoid contact with your mouth, nose, and eyes; rinse thoroughly if contact occurs
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat

Side Effects

Retin-A cream may cause some side effects to develop while improving acne and symptoms of photodamage. Speak with your doctor for more specific information relating to any symptoms you may encounter when using tretinoin.

Common Retin-A cream side effects:

• Redness, swelling
• Blisters, crusted skin
• Hyper or hypopigmentation

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may also occur when using topical tretinoin. Stop using Retin-A and contact your doctor if you develop a severe skin reaction that bothers you or does not go away.

Skin reaction symptoms:

• Dry skin, redness
• Swelling, blisters, peeling
• Warm feeling
• Burning or stinging
• Change in skin colour

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Retin-A if you are allergic to tretinoin or any of the other listed ingredients. If you develop an allergic reaction, stop using this acne medication and contact your doctor.

Retin-A cream allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives, rash
• Itching
• Red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin
• Fever
• Wheezing, difficulty breathing
• Tightness in chest or throat
• Trouble swallowing or talking
• Unusual hoarseness
• Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Retin-A cream is a topical acne cream that should not be ingested. If ingestion occurs, call your doctor or poison control right away.

Before using this Retin-A cream, tell your doctor if you have any of the following:

• Sunburned skin or any other skin problems
• If you take medication that causes your skin to be more sensitive to light exposure
• If you are pregnant

Do not apply Retin-A cream to sunburned skin or any cuts, scrapes, eczema, or damaged skin areas.

Your skin may burn more easily while using Retin-A. Avoid direct sun exposure as well as any synthetic UV rays such as sunlamps and tanning beds.

Consult with your doctor before using any other skin products during treatment with Retin-A. Other products may cause more skin irritation.

Ensure that you thoroughly clean your skin before application, especially if you wear makeup. Speak with your doctor to learn more about wearing makeup while using this acne night cream.

Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant while using Retin-A because it may cause harm to an unborn baby.

Discuss the risks of breastfeeding while using Retin-A cream with your doctor.

Form and Strength

This acne treatment is available in cream form.

Retin-A cream strength:

• 0.025%
• 0.05%
• 0.10%

The 0.025 and 0.05% Retin-A cream is available in volumes of 30, 60, and 90 grams while the 0.025% is also available in 100 grams. The 0.10% cream is available in volumes of 20, 40, or 100 grams.

FAQ

What precautions should be taken when using Retin-A cream?

At the beginning of your treatment with Retin-A cream, you should avoid overexposure to the sun as well as adverse weather such as wind or cold to avoid burning or irritation. Tretinoin can cause your skin to become more sensitive to sunlight and irritation, especially when first beginning treatment.

How many times a day should I use Retin-A cream?

Retin-A cream is designed for once daily application to improve your acne and signs of photodamage. At the end of the day you should thoroughly wash your face, especially if you wear makeup, and apply the cream to affected areas. The cream works into your skin overnight as you sleep.

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