- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Dec 13, 2024
Retiderm 0.05% Gel 20gm
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Product Overview
Composition: Tretinoin 0.05% w/w
Retiderm 0.05 gel is a form of vitamin A that is used to treat acne which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest or back. It also helps to smooth rough facial skin and to reduce fine wrinkles on the skin. This gel usually works by reducing the excessive production of oil from the skin. It is used once a day at bedtime or as directed by a doctor.
Some of the common side-effects like irritation, dryness, and redness of the skin may occur. Don't forget to apply moisturizer during applying this gel as it causes dryness in the skin. This medicine may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit exposure to the sun if possible.
Uses
It is used to treat:
- Acne
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Abnormal Peeling Of Skin
- Erythema Or Skin Redness
- Increased Sensitivity Of The Skin To The Sun
How to use
Gently wash your face with a mild soap. Pat the skin dry and wait 20-30 minutes before applying this medicine. Take a small amount of this medicine (the size of a pearl about ¼ inch or 5mm diameter) on your fingertip and apply to your face .This should be enough to cover your affected area lightly. Be careful when applying this medicine to avoid your eyes, ears, nostrils, angles of the nose and mouth If you stop using this medicine.
How It works
It works by lightening the skin, replacing older skin with newer skin, and slowing down the way the body removes skin cells that may have been harmed by the sun. Tretinoin works best when used within a skin care program that includes protecting the treated skin from the sun.
Safety Advice for Retiderm 0.05% Gel 20gm
Allergy
Consult with your doctor if you are allergic to tretinoin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby. Ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
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