Tretin 0.05% Cream 30 gm

Description

About Tretin 0.05% Cream

Tretin 0.05% Cream is used to treat acne (pimples) and sun-damaged skin. Acne is a skin condition that is common and occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil.

Tretin 0.05% Cream contains tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid (a form of vitamin A), that loosens and unblocks pores on the skin’s surface by reducing the oil secretion in the skin. This prevents the formation of pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Tretin 0.05% Cream is for external use only. Your doctor will advise you on how often you use Tretin 0.05% Cream based on your medical condition. Avoid contact of Tretin 0.05% Cream with nose, mouth, eyes, ears, or vagina. In case Tretin 0.05% Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience dry skin, peeling, redness, burning, itching, or stinging sensation of the skin. Most of these side effects of Tretin 0.05% Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Tretin 0.05% Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, a nursing mother, or planning for pregnancy, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Tretin 0.05% Cream. Avoid sun exposure while using Tretin 0.05% Cream as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen lotion (SPF) while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. Do not apply Tretin 0.05% Cream in larger amounts than prescribed, as it does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness, or skin discomfort. Patients with a history of depression, eczema, history of skin cancer, and fish allergies should use Tretin 0.05% Cream with caution.

Uses of Tretin 0.05% Cream

Treatment of Acne, Wrinkles

Key Benefits

Tretin 0.05% Cream is a form of vitamin A (retinoid) that loosens and unblocks pores on the skin’s surface by reducing the oil secretion in the skin. This prevents the formation of pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after applying Tretin 0.05% Cream. Before using it, try to clean and dry the affected skin area. Applying Tretin 0.05% Cream to wet skin may cause skin irritation, so try not to wash the treated area. Also, do not apply other skin products for at least 1 hour after applying Tretin 0.05% Cream. Wash the face with mild soap and pat the skin dry. Take a small pearl-sized amount of Tretin 0.05% Cream on the fingertip and apply it on the clean and dry affected area once a day in the evening. Avoid contact of Tretin 0.05% Cream with nose, mouth, eyes, ears or vagina. In case Tretin 0.05% Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tretin 0.05% Cream

• Dry skin
• Peeling
• Skin redness
• Burning
• Itching
• Stinging sensation

In-depth Information

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to tretinoin or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If skin irritation, redness, burning, or stinging sensation worsens at the site of application, stop using Tretin 0.05% Cream and consult a doctor. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Tretin 0.05% Cream. Avoid sun exposure, use a sunscreen lotion and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as Tretin 0.05% Cream may make the skin more sensitive to the sun. Do not apply Tretin 0.05% Cream in large amounts than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness, or skin discomfort. Use Tretin 0.05% Cream with caution when used together with medicated or abrasive soaps, cleansers, shampoos, astringents, products with high concentrations of alcohol, electrolysis, hair depilatories, or waxes or topical medications as they may increase skin irritation.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tretin 0.05% Cream may interact with vitamin A-related drugs known as retinoids (isotretinoin), photosensitizing agents (aminolevulinic acid, methoxsalen, porfirmer, verteporfin), sensitizer (methyl aminolevulinate), keratolytic agents (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur), antiseptic (resorcinol).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have eczema (itchy, swelling of the skin) or any other skin condition, inform your doctor before taking Tretin 0.05% Cream.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

• ISOTRETINOIN
• AMINOLEVULINIC ACID
• METHOXSALEN
• PORFIRMER
• VERTEPORFIN
• METHYL AMINOLEVULINATE
• BENZOYL PEROXIDE
• SALICYCLIC ACID
• SULFUR
• RESORCINOL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Avoid sun exposure while using Tretin 0.05% Cream as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
• Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem, though it doesn’t clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
• Do regular hair wash and avoid hair falling across the face.
• Use water-based cosmetic products and remove the makeup completely before going to bed.

Special Advise

• ​​​​​​Do not apply Tretin 0.05% Cream in larger amounts than prescribed, as this does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness, or skin discomfort.
• Do not squeeze spots or try to clean blackheads, as it may worsen them and cause permanent scarring.

Patients Concern

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acne: Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil, causing pimples, whiteheads and blackheads. Acne affects people of all ages but is most common among teenagers. The symptoms of acne include pus-filled pimples, uninflamed (not swollen) blackheads, and red, large and tender bumps.