Tretinoin 0.025% Cream

Tretinoin 0.025% Cream contains tretinoin, a topical retinoid used for the treatment of acne vulgaris. It works on the skin by reducing the formation of clogged pores and promoting turnover of follicular skin cells.

Tretinoin is generally applied to affected areas as directed by a healthcare professional. Treatment can initially cause redness, dryness, scaling, or a temporary worsening of acne before improvement occurs.

Uses

• Acne vulgaris
• Comedonal acne
• Blackheads and whiteheads
• Helps prevent formation of new clogged pores
• May be prescribed as part of an acne treatment regimen

The official indication for tretinoin 0.025% cream is topical treatment of acne vulgaris.

How It Works

Tretinoin is a retinoid. It helps reduce the cohesiveness of cells within hair follicles, which can decrease microcomedone formation. It also increases follicular cell turnover, helping existing comedones clear.

Tretinoin is generally applied once daily in the evening when prescribed for acne, using a thin layer over the affected area.

Common Side Effects

Possible side effects include:

• Skin dryness
• Redness
• Peeling or scaling
• Burning or stinging
• Skin irritation
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight
• Temporary worsening of acne during the early treatment period

The official information notes that acne may appear to worsen during the first weeks of treatment and that therapeutic improvement can take several weeks.

Important Safety Information

For external/topical use only.

Use tretinoin exactly as directed by your healthcare professional. Applying more product or using it more frequently does not necessarily improve results and may increase irritation.

Avoid getting tretinoin in the eyes, mouth, nose, or other sensitive areas. Do not apply it to sunburned or severely irritated skin unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Tretinoin can make skin more sensitive to sunlight. Minimize unprotected sun exposure and use appropriate sun protection while using the medicine.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines or topical skin products you use. Certain products, including benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur/resorcinol products, and irritating alcohol-containing preparations, may require specific instructions when used with tretinoin.

If severe irritation, swelling, blistering, or an allergic reaction occurs, stop using the product and seek medical advice.

Storage

Store Tretinoin 0.025% Cream at approximately 20°C–25°C (68°F–77°F), according to the product labeling. Keep the tube tightly closed, protect it from excessive heat, and keep it out of reach of children.