Tretinoin 0.05% Cream
Intended to relieve follicular blockage to support skin clearing and target active acne breakouts.
A generic with the stated active ingredient and strength. The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
Supply requirements for Tretinoin 0.05% Cream depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Tretinoin 0.05% Cream details
- Condition
- Acne Vulgaris
- Alternative names
- retin-a
- Therapeutic class
- Topical Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Retinoid
- Known off-label uses
- photoaging; melasma
- Contraindications
- eczema; broken skin; hypersensitivity to retinoids
- Minor side effects
- skin peeling; erythema; dry skin
- Moderate side effects
- burning sensation; pruritus; sun sensitivity
- Serious side effects
- severe localised dermatitis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C. Do not freeze.
- Drug interactions
- Benzoyl Peroxide; Salicylic Acid
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over twelve years and adults.
Patient summary
intended to relieve follicular blockage to support skin clearing and target active acne breakouts.
Mechanism of action
Reduces cohesiveness of follicular cells to promote cellular peeling, eliminating active comedones.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Highly recommended to avoid during pregnancy due to systemic class class risks. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
What you will receive
Tretinoin 0.05% Cream is a generic, listed by its active ingredient, Tretinoin.
- The maker is confirmed before dispatch.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry details.