Generic Name - Tretinoin
Category - Retinoic Acid Derivative.
Indications
Skin conditions.
Generic Retin-A is a naturally occurring form of vitamin A. It is applied to the skin to treat mild to moderate acne or to treat the effects of aging on the face, such as fine lines, wrinkles, or "age spots". Tretinoin (Generic Retin-A) also helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and therefore reduces pimple and blackhead formation, and may improve the appearance and texture of the skin.
Generic for Retin-a Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Retin-A is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Retin-A should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following.
Eczema
Allergy to tretinoin components
Sunburns
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Retin-A. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Thiazide
Tetracycline antibiotic
Fluoroquinolone
Sulfonamide
Phenothiazine
Diuretics such as Dyazide, aldactazide and Moduretic.
Psychiatric drug lithium and
Tetracycline
Generic for Retin-a Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericRetin-A
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Retin-A for skin diseases is to apply once a day in the evening.
You should begin to notice results after 2 to 3 weeks of treatment. More than 6 or 7 weeks of treatment are needed before consistent beneficial effects appear.
Generic for Retin-a Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Retin-A side Effects include darkening or lightening of the treated areas, severe burning, itching, crusting, or swelling of the treated areas.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Retin-A.
Generic for Retin-a and Pregnancy
It is not established if the Generic Retin-A will harm an unborn baby when taken in the topical form whereas the oral form is known to cause birth defects. It is recommended to talk to your doctor if your are pregnant or likely to become pregnant.
Generic for Retin-a and Breastfeeding
Generic Retin-A passes into breast milk when taken in the oral form. Consult your doctor for medical opinion.
Generic for Retin-a and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Retin-A in pediatric patients have not been established12.
Generic for Retin-a and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Retin-A in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Retin-A serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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