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Aklief Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Trifarotene 0.005%; crm.
Pharmacological Class
Retinoid.
How Supplied
Crm—30g, 45g, 75g
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Aklief Indications
Indications
Acne vulgaris.
Aklief Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<9yrs: not established. ≥9yrs: apply a thin layer to affected areas once daily in the evening. Face: 1 pump actuation. Upper trunk: 2 pump actuations; may use 1 additional pump actuation for middle and lower back, if needed.
Aklief Contraindications
Not Applicable
Aklief Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Aklief Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Avoid eyes, lips, paranasal creases, mucous membranes. Do not use on cuts, abrasions, eczematous or sunburned skin. Advise patients to use a moisturizer, reduce frequency, suspend, or discontinue therapy based on severity of skin irritation. Minimize exposure to sun and UV light; if unavoidable, use sunscreen and protective clothing. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: avoid direct infant exposure.
Aklief Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Aklief Interactions
Interactions
Avoid waxing on treated skin areas.
Aklief Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Application site irritation (erythema, scaling, dryness, stinging/burning), application site pruritus, sunburn.
Aklief Clinical Trials
See Literature
Aklief Note
Not Applicable
Aklief Patient Counseling
See Literature
