Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Acne
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RETIN-A CREAM |
| Manufacturer |
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Ortho Neutrogena Corporation |
| 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%, 0.05%, 0.1%. |
| Also |
• RETIN-A GEL
• RETIN-A LIQUID
• RETIN-A MICRO
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| Indications |
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Acne vulgaris. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Apply sparingly at bedtime to clean dry skin; adjust strength and frequency as tolerated and needed. |
| Precautions |
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Not for use in eczema or sunburned skin. Avoid eyes, mouth, angles of nose, mucous membranes, sun, UV light. Increased irritation in weather extremes. 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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Transient symptom exacerbation or pigmentation changes, irritation, dryness, stinging, photosensitivity. |
| How Supplied |
Micro—20g, 45g
Crm—20g, 45g
Gel—15g, 45g
Liq—28mL |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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