Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Miscellaneous dermatological conditions
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RENOVA 0.05% |
| 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 0.05%; crm. |
| Also |
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• RENOVA 0.02%
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| Indications |
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Adjunct to comprehensive skin care and sunlight avoidance programs in the palliation of fine wrinkles, mottled hyperpigmentation, and tactile roughness of facial skin. |
| Children |
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<18yrs: not recommended. |
| Adults |
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≥18 years: Wash face with mild soap, pat dry and wait 20–30 minutes before use. Apply a small amount to cover entire affected area lightly once daily in the PM. Do not wash face, or use other skin care products for at least 1 hour after application. Discontinue if sensitivity, irritation, or systemic reactions occur. |
| Precautions |
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Do not use on sunburn, eczema, other chronic skin conditions, or for sun-sensitive patients. Avoid eyes, ears, mouth, angle of nose, mucous membranes, sun, UV light. Increased irritation in extreme weather. Elderly. Pregnancy (Cat.C), nursing mothers: not recommended. |
| Interactions |
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Avoid photosensitizers, topical irritants, and drying agents. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local erythema, peeling, dry skin, burning, stinging, pruritus, hypo- or hyperpigmentation. |
| How Supplied |
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Crm—40g, 60g |
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