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Tretinoin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tretinoin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tretinoin safe for pregnant women?
Tretinoin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Tretinoin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tretinoin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tretinoin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Tretinoin on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Tretinoin on kidney, information on safety of Tretinoin for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Tretinoin on the Liver?
Tretinoin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tretinoin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tretinoin for the heart.
Tretinoin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tretinoin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tretinoin habit forming or addictive?
Tretinoin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tretinoin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tretinoin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tretinoin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tretinoin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tretinoin
Taking Tretinoin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tretinoin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tretinoin.
No, Tretinoin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Tretinoin without consulting doctor. This drug is specifically very harmful for pregnant women. Women who are planning for a possible pregnancy should not take it.
Yes, Tretinoin can cause hair loss. It is a very common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Tretinoin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Tretinoin is a brand name of tretinoin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to a class of drug known as retinoids. It is available in a different dosage form such as capsule and cream. It is mainly used for the management of acne. it also promotes the peeling of skin. The capsule form of this drug is used for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia in a people who are not cured by another type of chemotherapy.
Yes, Tretinoin is used for wrinkles. It works by increasing the rate of removal of dead skin cells that promotes the growth of new skin. Thus in this way Tretinoin reduces the wrinkles.
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