What is Retino-A Cream 0,025?
Retino-A Cream 0,025 (tretinoin) is a topical (applied to the skin) form of vitamin A that helps the skin renew itself. The Retin-A brand of tretinoin is used to treat acne. The Renova brand of tretinoin is used to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and mottled skin discoloration, and to make rough facial skin feel smoother.
Key Facts about Retino-A Cream 0,025
- Retino-A Cream 0,025 is a form of vitamin A that is used to treat acne.
- Retino-A Cream 0,025 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
- You should not use Retino-A Cream 0,025 if you are allergic to tretinoin.
- To make sure Retino-A Cream 0,025 is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions:
- eczema or other skin disorder
- sunburned skin
- swelling, redness, burning, stinging, or peeling of your skin
- FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Retino-A Cream 0,025 will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
- It is not known whether tretinoin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are using Retino-A Cream 0,025.
How should I use Retino-A Cream 0,025?
Use Retino-A Cream 0,025 exactly as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Retino-A Cream 0,025 is usually applied once a day at bedtime. A pea-sized amount is usually all that is needed.
Apply Retino-A Cream 0,025 to your face in the evening before you go to bed. You may need to use it for up to 8 weeks before your acne improves. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Do not use this medication on skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated. Wait until these conditions have healed before using tretinoin.
Wash your hands before and after applying Retino-A Cream 0,025.
Before applying the medication, clean your skin with a mild soap or cleanser and warm water. Gently dry the area with a soft towel.
Apply a pea-sized amount of medication in a thin layer, usually once daily at bedtime or as directed by your doctor. Use enough medication to cover the entire affected area lightly.
Do not apply the medication in the morning or before going to bed. Retino-A Cream 0,025 is usually applied at bedtime. It should remain on your skin for at least 20 minutes. Do not wash your face before applying Retino-A Cream 0,025.
To use the cream, gel, or lotion form of this medication:
- Wash your hands before and after applying Retino-A Cream 0,025.
- Clean and dry the affected area.
- Apply the medication in a thin layer, usually once daily at bedtime or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not apply to skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated.
- Wait until these conditions have healed before using Retino-A Cream 0,025.
- Do not apply more often, apply more to the skin, or apply for a longer time than directed.
- A pea-sized amount is usually all that is needed.
To use the topical cream or gel form of this medication:
- Apply just enough medication to cover the area lightly. Do not apply the medication thickly over large areas of skin.
To use the topical liquid form of this medication:
- Apply just enough medication to cover the area lightly. Do not apply the medication thickly over large areas of skin.
- Shake the bottle well before each use.
- Apply the medication with a cotton swab, gauze pad, or gloved fingers. Do not apply with bare hands.
- Do not apply to skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated.
- Wait until these conditions have healed before using Retino-A Cream 0,025.
Do not apply this medication in the diaper area if your child is incontinent. Doing so may increase the chance of absorption through the skin.
Do not apply to skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated. Wait until these conditions have healed before using Retino-A Cream 0,025.
Do not rinse the medication off after applying it.
To keep the medicine as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface (including the eye). If the tip touches your eye by mistake, wash the eye out immediately with cool tap water.
Do not apply other skin products to the same area within 1 hour before or after applying Retino-A Cream 0,025.
Call your doctor if your acne does not improve or if it gets worse during treatment.
Side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using Retino-A Cream 0,025 and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: