Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Acne
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AVITA |
| Manufacturer |
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Bertek Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Retinoid. |
| Generic Name |
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Tretinoin 0.025%; crm; gel. |
| Indications |
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Acne vulgaris. |
| Children |
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Not applicable. |
| Adults |
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Apply sparingly to cleansed and completely dry skin once daily at bedtime. If irritation develops, may reduce the dosing frequency. |
| Precautions |
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Not for use in eczema or on sunburned skin. Minimize exposure to sun, UV light, weather extremes. Avoid eyes, mouth, angles of nose, mucous membranes. Pregnancy (Cat.C): not recommended. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Allow effects of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, salicylic acid, other topical acne agents to subside before applying. Avoid keratolytics, abrasives, astringents, drying agents, high-alcohol content topical products, spices, lime. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Apparent exacerbation of symptoms, local skin reactions (including erythema, edema, blistering, crusting), transient pigmentation changes, stinging on application, dry skin. |
| How Supplied |
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Crm, gel—20g, 45g |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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