Generic Retin A treats severe forms of Acne

The active constituent, Tretinoin belongs to a category of medicines called retinoids. The other name of Tretinoin is all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA). This drug molecule was patented in 1957 and was approved for therapeutic use in 1962. The molecular weight of Tretinoin is C20H28O2 and the molecular weight is 300.4412 g/mol. This medication is included in the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines. Tretinoin is also used for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). For APL, this medication is administered orally for up to three months. It is a schedule H drug.

Advantages of Generic Retin A:

• Generic Retin A helps to control the natural oil (sebum) production, which helps to prevent pimples.
• This formulation also has anti-inflammatory effects, which help to clear active pimples.
• It helps to reduce the presence of acne scarring.
• It is also used sometimes to prepare skin for chemical peel treatments that treat scarring.

Working of Generic Retin A:

Generic Retin A is a form of Vitamin A that helps in skin renewal. It acts by affecting the growth and development of the cells of the skin. The effect of Generic Retin A can be observed within two to four weeks after using it topically. The duration of the effect of Generic Retin A is not clinically determined. It decreases the number and of pimples and promotes faster healing of pimples that are already developed. You may observe the effects of this medication after weeks or months of use.

Dosages of Generic Retin A:

• Read the prescription leaflet carefully before using this formulation. If you have any questions regarding its usage, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medication should be applied after washing hands properly.
• Before applying this cream, clean the affected area with mild soap and pat dry.
• Apply a pea-size amount of Generic Retin A generally once a day at bedtime or as recommended by a physician.
• This medication is only for topical use.

Precautions of Generic Retin A:

• This medication should not be applied to the inner area of the lips or should not be applied anywhere inside the nose and mouth.
• Generic Retin A should not be applied to dry, chapped, sunburned or broken skin.
• Also, do not apply this cream on wounds or eczema affected skin.
• Avoid contact of this medication with your eyes. If by chance, it gets into your eyes, flush them with plenty of water.
• Use a sunscreen of minimum SPF 15 and wear protective clothing before stepping out in the sun.
• Avoid waxing and using chemical depilatories for removing hair on the treated area.
• Use this Generic Retin A with caution if you have recently used products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid.

Side Effects of Generic Retin A:

The commonly observed side effects of this medication include

• Redness of skin
• Skin irritation
• Dryness
• Itching

If any of these effects worsen or last longer, immediately notify your pharmacist or doctor. A serious side effect to this medication is rare. For excessively dry skin you can use a daytime moisturizer.

In case you experience a severe allergic reaction, seek immediate medical assistance at once.Remember, your physician has prescribed you this medicine only after judging the benefit to risk ratio.

Warnings of Generic Retin A:

• Generic Retin A medication should be used for the duration as recommended by your physician, even if you feel that the medicine is not showing its effect.
• Inform your physician if you do not observe improvement in your skin even after using this medication for eight to twelve weeks.
• Do not use Generic Retin A if you are allergic to active or inactive components of this formulation.
• The safety of this medication in pregnant ladies and nursing mothers is not established. So, consult your doctor in such cases.
• Store Generic Retin A at room temperature away from heat and moisture.