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Tazarotene is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Tazarotene depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Tazarotene is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tazarotene is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tazarotene safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tazarotene. If you are pregnant, do not take Tazarotene without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tazarotene safe during breastfeeding?
Tazarotene can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Tazarotene on the Kidneys?
Tazarotene is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tazarotene on the Liver?
Tazarotene may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Tazarotene on the Heart?
Information about safety of Tazarotene for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Tazarotene 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 Tazarotene unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tazarotene habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tazarotene is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tazarotene does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tazarotene is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tazarotene is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tazarotene
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tazarotene, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tazarotene
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tazarotene and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tazorac® (tazarotene)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 891
