Tretinoin
Information about Tretinoin
Tretinoin Uses
Tretinoin is used in the treatment of acne and Acute promyelocytic leukaemia.
How Tretinoin works
Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A. When applied on skin, it reduces oil production in the skin, replenishes acne-prone skin and helps keep your pores open. To treat blood cancer, it works by slowing the growth of certain types of diseased blood cells, and promotes the growth of normal, mature cells in the bone marrow and blood. This helps to treat blood cancer (acute promyelocytic leukemia).
Common side effects of Tretinoin
Erythema (skin redness), Skin irritation, Stinging sensation, Itching, Skin peeling, Burning sensation, Dry skin, Skin pain, Pharyngitis, Headache, Fever, Nausea, Vomiting, Bone pain
Available Medicine for Tretinoin
Retino-AJanssen Pharmaceuticals
₹230 to ₹2402 variant(s)
A-RetMenarini India Pvt Ltd
₹35 to ₹1656 variant(s)
TretinHegde and Hegde Pharmaceutical LLP
₹180 to ₹1852 variant(s)
Retino A MicroJNTL Consumer Health (India) Pvt. Ltd.
₹410 to ₹4752 variant(s)
NioretZydus Cadila
₹2651 variant(s)
RevizeGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹204 to ₹5353 variant(s)
AtranzaIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹89001 variant(s)
SupatretSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹215 to ₹2632 variant(s)
AtretBrinton Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹132 to ₹1682 variant(s)
Trunex MSKLM Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹1821 variant(s)
Expert advice for Tretinoin
- You have been prescribed Tretinoin for the treatment of acne.
- Clean the affected area with water and a non-medicated soap. Let it dry for 20-30 minutes before applying Tretinoin.
- It may increase the severity of the spots or pimples in the first few weeks of use. Continue using it as prescribed by your doctor.
- It may cause a stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth when you first start using it. Inform your doctor if this persists.
- Avoid exposure to sunlight while using Tretinoin as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing.
- Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
- Avoid taking tetracycline (e.g. doxycycline) as it may reduce the Tretinoin activity.
- Do not use Tretinoin if you are pregnant.
- Inform your doctor if excessive skin dryness or skin sensitivity takes place.