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Retin A Uses Retin A is a topical form of vitamin A. It helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and therefore reduces pimple and blackhead formation, and may improve the appearance and texture of skin. The Retin-A and Avita brands of Retin A topical are used to treat acne. The Renova brand of Retin A topical is used to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and mottled skin discoloration, and to make rough facial skin feel smoother. How to Use Retin A Take Retin A exactly as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each Dose with a full glass of water. Taking Retin A with food may decrease stomach upset. Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Retin A Side Effects Serious side effects are not likely to occur. Stop using Retin A topical and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath, closing of your throat, swelling of your lips, face, or tongue, or hives). You may experience some burning, warmth, stinging, tingling, itching, redness, swelling, dryness, peeling, or irritation while you are using Retin A topical. If these side effects are excessive, talk to your doctor. You may need a lower dose or less frequent applications of Retin A topical. If you notice a change in your skin color, contact your doctor. Retin A Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history, including: Retin A should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Retin A should not be used without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. As it might passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Ask your doctor Before breast-feeding a baby. Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (e.g., sunlamps). Retin A topical may increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight and sunburn may result. Use a sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and wear protective clothing when exposure to the sun or UV rays is unavoidable. Do not use Retin A topical on skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated. Also avoid using this medication in wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using Retin A topical. Your skin may be more sensitive to weather extremes such as cold and wind. Protect your skin with clothing and use a moisturizing cream or lotion as needed. Avoid as much as possible products that can increase skin irritation such as other skin medicines (unless prescribed by your doctor), medicated or abrasive (rough) soaps or skin cleansers, permanent wave solutions, chemical hair removers or waxes, electrolysis, products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime, cleansers, shampoos, or cosmetics with a strong drying effect, or other products that may irritate your skin. Retin A Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you are using, especially :a thiazide diuretic such as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, HydroDiuril, Esidrix, Microzide, Oretic), chlorothiazide (Diuril), chlorthalidone (Hygroton, Thalitone), indapamide (Lozol), metolazone (Mykrox, Zaroxolyn), and others, a tetracycline antibiotic such as tetracycline (Sumycin, Panmycin, Robitet, others), minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin, Vectrin), doxycycline (Doryx, Monodox, Vibramycin, Vibra-Tabs), demeclocycline (Declomycin), and others, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic such as lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), sparfloxacin (Zagam), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), ofloxacin (Floxin), and others, a sulfonamide antibiotic such as sulfamethoxazole (Gantanol), sulfisoxazole (Gantrisin), sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Bactrim, Septra, Cotrim), and others, or a phenothiazine such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), prochlorperazine (Compazine), fluphenazine (Permitil, Prolixin), promethazine (Phenergan, Promethegan), perphenazine (Trilafon), and others. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Levitra. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Retin A Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Retin A Notes Do not share Retin A with others. Retin A Missed Dose If you miss an Retin A dosage, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Retin A Storage Store Retin A at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
Important Note The following Informationrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
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