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Retin-a Gel Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Tretinoin 0.01%, 0.025%; alcohol 90%.
Pharmacological Class
Retinoid.
See Also
How Supplied
Micro 0.04%, 0.1%—20g, 45g, 50g; 0.08%—50g; Crm—20g, 45g; Gel—15g, 45g
Manufacturer
Retin-a Gel Indications
Indications
Acne vulgaris.
Retin-a Gel Dosage and Administration
Adult
Apply sparingly at bedtime to clean dry skin; adjust strength and frequency as tolerated and needed.
Children
Not established.
Retin-a Gel Contraindications
Not Applicable
Retin-a Gel Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Retin-a Gel Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for use in eczema or sunburned skin. Avoid eyes, mouth, angles of nose, mucous membranes, sun, UV light. Discontinue if sensitivity reactions occur. Increased irritation in weather extremes. Gel: flammable. Pregnancy (Cat.C): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
Retin-a Gel Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Retin-a Gel Interactions
Interactions
Caution with concomitant topical medication, medicated or abrasive soaps/cleansers, astringents, drying agents, high-alcohol content topical products, spices. Avoid contact with peel of limes. Allow effects of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, salicylic acid, other topical acne agents to subside before applying.
Retin-a Gel Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, skin pain, pruritus, pharyngitis, erythema, transient symptom exacerbation or pigmentation changes, dryness, stinging, photosensitivity.
Retin-a Gel Clinical Trials
See Literature
Retin-a Gel Note
Not Applicable
Retin-a Gel Patient Counseling
See Literature
