Tretinion 0.025% - Tube of 30g Cream

Tretinion Cream 0.025% is used to treat acne and the improvement of skin appearance in relation to aging and Sun Damage. Its active ingredient, tretinoin, works by unclogging pores and promoting skin cell turnover. Tretinoin, also known as all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA), is a medication used for the treatment of acne and acute promyelocytic leukemia. For acne, it is applied to the skin as a cream, gel or ointment. For leukemia, it is taken by mouth for up to three months. Topical tretinoin is also the most extensively investigated retinoid therapy for photoaging.

Common side effects when used as a cream are limited to the skin and include skin redness, peeling, and sun sensitivity. When used by mouth, side effects include shortness of breath, headache, numbness, depression, skin dryness, itchiness, hair loss, vomiting, muscle pains, and vision changes. Other severe side effects include high white blood cell counts and blood clots. Use during pregnancy is contraindicated due to the risk of birth defects.

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• Tretinion Cream 0.025%