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Tretinoin topical Information on Healthline If you are using tretinoin topical to treat acne, your condition may get slightly worse for a short time when you first start using the medication. Tretinoin is a topical (applied to the skin) form of vitamin A that helps the skin renew itself. Tretinoin topical should be used as part of a complete skin care program that includes avoiding sunlight and using an effective sunscreen and protective clothing. www.healthline.com /multumcontent/tretinoin-topical   (702 words)

MedlinePlus Drug Information: Tretinoin Tretinoin controls acne but does not cure it. Tretinoin usually is used daily at bedtime or once every 2 or 3 days. If you use tretinoin every 2 or 3 days and remember a missed dose within 12 hours of the time when you should have applied it, apply the missed dose immediately. www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a682437.html   (714 words)

RxMed: Pharmaceutical Information - RETIN Tretinoin should not be applied to severely inflamed skin or to open lesions. Oral tretinoin has been shown to be teratogenic and fetotoxic in rats when given in doses 1 000 and 500 times the topical human dose, respectively. Tretinoin has been reported to cause severe irritation on eczematous skin and should be used with utmost caution in patients with this condition. www.rxmed.com /b.main/b2.pharmaceutical/b2.1.monographs/CPS-%20Monographs/CPS-%20(General%20Monographs-%20R)/RETIN.html   (1779 words)

Tretinoin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Tretinoin, also known as all-trans retinoic acid, is a drug commonly used to treat acne vulgaris and keratosis pilaris. Although the exact mode of action of tretinoin is unknown, current evidence suggests that topical tretinoin decreases cohesiveness of follicular epithelial cells with decreased microcomedo formation. Additionally, tretinoin stimulates mitotic activity and increased turnover of follicular epithelial cells causing extrusion of the comedones. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tretinoin   (449 words)

Tretinoin: Encyclopedia of Cancer Tretinoin, a natural vitamin A metabolite, is an anti-cancer drug used in the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). Tretinoin is given to APL patients with the goal of bringing on a remission. Tretinoin has other side effects that may impact the heart, skin, digestive tract, lungs, central nervous system, and other parts of the body. health.enotes.com /cancer-encyclopedia/tretinoin   (573 words)

Howstuffworks "Tretinoin: A Profile of an Acne-Fighting Drug" Tretinoin is used topically (on the skin) to treat acne vulgaris. Tretinoin is also used to lessen the appearance of fine wrinkles on the face. Tretinoin should not be used if you are sunburned; it may increase the irritation. health.howstuffworks.com /define-tretinoin.htm   (893 words)

tretinoin - Skin Diseases, Conditions, Symptoms, and Procedures on MedicineNet.com DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Tretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A. Topical Tretinoin is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne and on skin that has been damaged by excessive exposure to the sun. Tretinoin irritates the skin and causes the cells of the skin to grow (divide) and die more rapidly, that is, it increases the turnover of cells. Nonetheless, since oral tretinoin is not recommended during lactation, it probably is prudent to avoid nursing during treatment with topical tretinoin. www.medicinenet.com /tretinoin/article.htm   (734 words)

tretinoin topical Drug Information Tretinoin is a topical (applied to the skin) form of vitamin A that helps the skin renew itself. Tretinoin topical should be used as part of a complete skin care program that includes avoiding sunlight and using an effective sunscreen and protective clothing. Tretinoin topical is not expected to cause overdose symptoms. www.drugs.com /mtm/tretinoin-topical.html   (1652 words)

RxMed: Pharmaceutical Information - RENOVA Tretinoin should be kept away from the eyes, mouth, angles of the nose or mucous membranes. Exposure to sunlight, including sunlamps, should be avoided or minimized during the use of tretinoin, and patients with sunburn should be advised not to use the product until fully recovered because of heightened susceptibility to sunlight as a result of the use of tretinoin. Tretinoin should be discontinued if patients experience severe or persistent irritation, and they should be advised to consult their physician. www.rxmed.com /b.main/b2.pharmaceutical/b2.1.monographs/CPS-%20Monographs/CPS-%20(General%20Monographs-%20R)/RENOVA.html   (1152 words)

mequinol and tretinoin topical - Hartford, Connecticut CT Mequinol and tretinoin topical is the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that it is known to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tretinoin is a topical form of vitamin A. It helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and also reduces pigmentation. Stop using mequinol and tretinoin topical and contact your doctor regarding continued treatment if the age spots you are treating become darker with treatment, or if they become the same color or lighter than your normally colored skin. www.saintfranciscare.com /19171.cfm   (1594 words)

SpearPharma.com - Spear Pharmaceuticals Tretinoin preparations should be kept away from the eyes, mouth, angles of the nose and mucous membranes. Topical tretinoin has not been shown to be teratogenic in rats and rabbits when given in doses of 100 and 320 times the topical human dose. Tretinoin Cream or Gel should be applied once a day, before retiring, to the skin where acne lesions appear, using enough to cover the entire affected area lightly. www.spearpharma.com /packageinsert.cfm   (625 words)

Spartanburg SC | GoUpstate.com | Spartanburg Herald-Journal   (Site not responding. Last check: ) In addition, tretinoin (marketed as Vesanoid) is also used to treat at least one form of cancer (acute promyelocytic leukemia (APML), also called acute myeloid leukemia subtype M3), usually together with other drugs, by causing the immature blood cells to differentiate (i.e. Although the exact mode of action of tretinoin is unknown, current evidence suggests that topical tretinoin decreases cohesiveness of follicular epithelial cells with decreased flhead formation. Additionally, tretinoin stimulates mitotic activity and increased turnover of follicular epithelial cells causing extrusion of the flheads (comedones). www.goupstate.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=all-trans_retinoic_acid   (726 words)

Tretinoin Topical tretinoin is available in cream, gel, and liquid forms to treat acne, other skin conditions, and some forms of skin cancer. Tretinoin is also available in oral capsules used to induce remission in people with acute promyelocytic leukemia. For the convenience of the reader, the information in the summary is categorized as follows: “Depletion or interference” indicates the drug may deplete or interfere with the absorption or function of the supplement or herb. www.gianteagle.com /healthnotes/Drug/Tretinoin.htm   (363 words)

Retinoid (tretinoin) cream for warts - [Medication] Tretinoin is derived from vitamin A, one of a class of substances called retinoids. Tretinoin is considered an experimental treatment for warts. Tretinoin treatment of women who are or could be pregnant is not recommended. www.bchealthguide.org /kbase/topic/detail/drug/tn8311/detail.htm   (233 words)

TRETINOIN In adults and elderly patients, tretinoin should be applied once daily, at night, in sufficient quantities to lightly cover the affected areas. Mild to moderate skin reactions (eg dryness, peeling, erythema, burning, stinging, pruritis) were seen in up to 92% of patients treated with tretinoin, with higher incidence being seen with higher concentrations. Topical tretinoin should not be used during pregnancy as there have been reports of congenital defects associated with maternal use. www.keele.ac.uk /depts/mm/MTRAC/ProductInfo/summaries/T/TRETINOINs.html   (1121 words)

Tretinoin (Topical) - MayoClinic.com One of the tretinoin creams is used to treat fine wrinkles, dark spots, or rough skin on the face caused by damaging rays of the sun. Tretinoin may also be used to treat other skin diseases as determined by your doctor. In some animal studies, tretinoin has been shown to cause skin tumors to develop faster when the treated area is exposed to ultraviolet light (sunlight or artificial sunlight from a sunlamp). www.mayoclinic.com /health/drug-information/DR202574   (2010 words)

Retin-A Tretinoin skin preparations are a family of drugs all similar to Vitamin A. In general, tretinoin gels are stronger than tretinoin creams because the medicine penetrates better when in a gel form. Tretinoin is used to treat acne and aged, sun damaged skin. Several studies show tretinoin is safe to use during pregnancy, however you should only use tretinoin during pregnancy if this is OK with your obstetrician. www.skinsite.com /info_retin_a.htm   (401 words)

| Reference Library | WholeHealthMD Tretinoin is used to treat mild to moderate acne. Although the exact mechanism of action is unknown, tretinoin appears to affect skin cells so that they are shed in a more normal fashion, therefore unplugging flheads and whiteheads (comedones), the initial changes in acne formation. The effect of tretinoin typically persists for as long as the drug is being used. www.wholehealthmd.com /ME2/dirmod.asp?sid=17E09E7CFFF640448FFB0B4FC1B7FEF0&nm=Reference+Library&type=AWHN_Drugs&mod=Drugs&mid=&id=FF77275F2D51441191F04B1D0B15DB34&tier=2   (462 words)

Evaluation of Tretinoin (VesanoidÒ)   (Site not responding. Last check: ) In addition, tretinoin should not be given to patients who are sensitive to parabens, which are used as a preservative in the tretinoin gelatin capsules. Tretinoin has teratogenic and effects in mice, rats, hamsters, rabbits and pigtail monkeys, and may be expected to cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Tretinoin induces remission induction in patients with APL by the cytodifferentiation of leukemic blasts. daccx.bsd.uchicago.edu /drug/Bulletins/N0198.html   (5589 words)

Tretinoin(Systemic) - [Medication]   (Site not responding. Last check: ) In addition, tretinoin must not be taken if there is a chance that you may become pregnant during treatment or within 1 month after treatment is ended. During treatment with tretinoin, and for a month after treatment is over, you must use two effective forms of birth control at the same time. Tretinoin sometimes causes a severe reaction that affects the lungs at first, but can later spread to other parts of the body. www.luhs.org /health/kbase/htm/mdx-/drde/2036/63/mdx-drde203663.htm   (1170 words)

Tretinoin Tretinoin is a form of Vitamin A (known as retinoic acid). Tretinoin is a common component of many anti wrinkle creams. The second main activity of tretinoin is when retinoic acid is absorbed by the skin cells, it is converted into retinol which is both an antioxidant and a nutrient useful to the cells. www.heaven4women.com /Cream_ingredients/Tretinoin_/tretinoin_.html   (202 words)

About Azelaic acid/Retin-A (Tretinoin)   (Site not responding. Last check: ) Tretinoin (Retin-A) Tropical tretinoin was approved in 1995 by FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in USA for improving the apperance of photoaged skin. Tretinoin sloughs off dead skin, regenerates collagen and allows cells in the top layer of skin, which are always being replaced, to mature more normally than untreated sun-damaged cells. Tretinoin is also used in the topical treatment of acne and in hair loss treatment enhancing the effects of minoxidil. www.vitaminox.com /about/about_azelaic_retin.htm   (2425 words)

CIGNA - Retinoid (tretinoin) cream for warts Tretinoin is derived from vitamin A, one of a class of substances called retinoids. Tretinoin safety data for children and breast-feeding women is not well established. Tretinoin treatment of women who are or could be pregnant is not recommended. www.cigna.com /healthinfo/tn8311.html   (240 words)

Tretinoin Tretinoin is used in treating mild to moderate acne. Tretinoin is available in the form of topical liquid, cream, and gel. Tretinoin usually is used daily or once every 2 or 3 days. www.acnehome.com /tretinoin.html   (156 words)

Tretinoin - Drugs & Vitamins - Drug Library - DrugDigest Micro™) is a naturally occurring form of vitamin A. It is applied to the skin to treat mild to moderate acne or to treat the effects of aging on the face, such as fine lines, wrinkles, or "age spots". Tretinoin creams, liquids or gels are usually applied to the skin once a day before you go to bed, do not take these products by mouth. Tretinoin may not work for everyone who uses it; it may work better for some than others. www.drugdigest.org /DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,679|Tretinoin,00.html   (1022 words)

Tretinoin Tretinoin is a slightly altered version of vitamin A. Topical tretinoin is available in cream, gel, and liquid forms to treat acne, other skin conditions, and some forms of skin cancer. Tretinoin is also available in oral capsules used to induce remission in people with acute promyelocytic leukemia. www.publix.com /wellness/notes/Display.do?id=Drug&childId=Tretinoin   (366 words)

Tretinoin - Chemotherapy Drugs and Side Effects Tretinoin is used to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL, APML) in people who have not responded to other treatments. Tretinoin side effects are often predictable in terms of their onset and duration. Tretinoin side effects are almost always reversible and will go away after treatment is complete. www.chemocare.com /bio/tretinoin.asp   (1320 words)

Tretinoin oral - Patient UK Tretinoin is used to treat certain types of leukaemia. Tretinoin works by preventing the growth and division of the type of blood cells responsible for leukaemia and therefore stops them increasing in numbers. Tretinoin lowers the body's resistance and there is a chance that you may get an infection from the vaccine. www.patient.co.uk /showdoc/30003746   (890 words)

ACS :: Cancer Drug Guide: liposomal tretinoin Tretinoin is a retinoid used in molecular targeted therapy. Liposomal tretinoin is given by an injection in a vein every other day in the beginning of treatment (induction) then 3 times a week for 9 months (maintenance) for promyelocytic leukemia, per clinical trial. Liposomal tretinoin should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or by patients who are allergic to tretinoin or to any of the liposome components. www.cancer.org /docroot/CDG/content/CDG_liposomal_tretinoin.asp   (804 words)

Tretinoin Tretinoin is a slightly altered version of vitamin A. Tretinoin is also available in oral capsules used to induce remission in people with acute promyelocytic leukemia. Combining vitamin A with oral tretinoin is likely to increase the risk of side effects. www.vitaminshoppe.com /content/en/healthguide/hncontent_printable.jsp?pagetitle=Healthnotes&queryString=org%3DVSI%26intsource%3Dhc%26ContentID%3D1526002%26category%3DDrug%26title%3DTretinoin%26type%3D   (362 words)

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