AV AVOTIN A 0.05% CREAM 30 GM

Tretinoin 0.05% Cream

What is tretinoin used for?

• Tretinoin is a medication used to treat acne.
• Acne is an inflammatory skin disorder caused by the blockage of hair follicles with oil and dead skin cells, resulting in blackheads, whiteheads, or pimples.
• The safety and effectiveness of long-term use of this drug in treating other diseases have not been established.

Do not use tretinoin:

• If you are allergic to tretinoin or any of the ingredients in this product.

Warnings and precautions:

• Stop taking the medicine immediately and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any allergic or skin reactions to any of the ingredients in this gel, such as itchy skin, skin redness, shortness of breath, rash, swelling of the face or neck, low blood pressure, and dizziness.
• This medication is for external topical use only. Do not swallow this product.
• Keep the tube tightly closed.
• This medication may cause redness, swelling, and peeling at the application site. Some patients may also find their skin begins to flush.
• These skin reactions do not occur in all patients and are most likely to occur during the first few days of treatment and usually subside when your skin begins to adjust to the medication (within 2 to 4 weeks).
• You can reduce the risk of experiencing these side effects by following the instructions provided carefully.
• Talk to your doctor if your skin reactions bother you or if they don't subside after some time. Your doctor may recommend using this medication less frequently, or stopping its use altogether.
• Tretinoin may cause severe irritation in areas of skin affected by eczema (a skin condition that causes itching and redness), so tretinoin should be used with extreme caution if you have this skin condition.
• Tretinoin may cause a change in the color of your skin, which usually returns to normal when you stop using it or when your skin adjusts to it.
• Do not share your medications with others.
• Do not use this product on broken skin.
• Excessive exposure to natural or artificial sunlight may increase the risk of sunburn.
• It may also cause premature aging and skin cancer if exposure occurs over many years.
• The risk of experiencing these side effects varies depending on the climate, skin type, and the care taken to prevent excessive sun exposure.
• The risk of sunburn and developing other skin problems is higher when using this medication because it can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight.
• Therefore, it is very important to avoid exposure to sunlight and sunlamps when using this medicine.
• Make sure you apply sunscreen when going out (even on foggy days) if you cannot avoid exposure to sunlight or sunlamps.
• Ask your doctor about the best SPF level of sunscreen you need to apply before sun exposure.
• If you are exposed to sunlight for a long time, you should also wear protective clothing (such as a hat).
• Do not expose yourself to artificial sunlight when using this medicine.
• Your skin is at risk of burns or dehydration in harsh weather conditions such as cold or wind. Your skin may become more easily irritated in harsh weather conditions when you are being treated with tretinoin.
• Your doctor can advise you on how to manage your treatment under these circumstances.
• Make sure not to use this product if you have sunburn until the sunburn has completely healed.
• You may notice new blemishes (papules and pustules) appearing 3 to 6 weeks after starting this medication.
• It is very important to continue using the medication at this stage. If tretinoin is helping to reduce your acne, you should notice a sustained improvement in your skin's appearance after 6 to 12 weeks of treatment.
• Be patient and don't be discouraged if you don't see immediate improvement. Don't stop using the cream when you see the first signs of skin improvement. You should continue using the medication until your doctor tells you to stop.
• Make sure not to use harsh exfoliants, skin cleansers, medicated soaps, or cosmetics containing alcohol to prevent excessive dryness or skin irritation.

Possible side effects:

• Common side effects include skin burning or stinging, skin warmth, tingling, itching, dry skin, excessive skin redness, skin edema (fluid buildup), skin peeling, blistering skin, temporary change in the color of the treated skin (increased or decreased skin color), and increased sensitivity to sunlight.
• These skin reactions usually subside when the drug is discontinued.

Other medications and tretinoin:

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently used, are using, or might use any other medicines, including topical products.
• If you are using other topical medications, medicated or abrasive soaps/cleansers, or soaps or cosmetics (especially if they contain high concentrations of medications, alcohol, spices, or lime).
• If you are using topical products containing resorcinol, sulfur, or salicylic acid (other topical medications used for certain skin problems).
• Do not use any of the products mentioned in this section while using tretinoin, and do not use any other medications to treat your acne without consulting your doctor.
• Using these products with tretinoin may increase the risk of unwanted side effects such as excessive skin redness, dryness, or peeling. Follow your doctor's recommendations.

How to use tretinoin:

• Wash your skin gently with a mild, non-medicated soap two to three times a day, then pat dry with a towel. Allow your skin to air dry for 20 to 30 minutes before applying the medication. Avoid washing the affected area too frequently and do not use harsh scrubbing. Acne is not caused by dirt, so excessive washing and scrubbing will not clear it up. Washing too often or scrubbing too hard may actually worsen acne.
• Make sure you use your cream exactly as prescribed by your doctor for best results. Be patient during your treatment, as this medication may take some time to start working. Many patients begin to see effects after 12 weeks of starting the medication. Therefore, it is very important not to follow instructions given for other products or by friends, and not to stop using your medication without speaking to your doctor first.
• Apply tretinoin cream once daily before bedtime, or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend, especially if you have sensitive skin, applying tretinoin every other night when you first start treatment. First, wash your skin with a mild soap and gently pat it dry. Then, wait 20 to 30 minutes before applying the cream to allow your skin to dry completely and minimize potential skin irritation.
• To apply tretinoin cream, place about half an inch or less of the medication on your fingertip. As you gain some experience with the cream, you may find that you need to apply more or less to ensure you get enough medication all over your face. The cream should become almost invisible immediately. If it is still visible, you are applying too much. To cover a lightly affected area with tretinoin cream, start by applying it to your chin, forehead, and both cheeks. Then, spread the cream over the entire affected area and gently smooth it into your skin.
• It is recommended to use a non-comedogenic moisturizer (a product that does not aggravate acne) or a non-comedogenic moisturizer with sunscreen every morning after washing your skin.
• Avoid contact of the cream with your eyes, mouth, corners of the nose and mucous membranes to avoid irritation (redness or peeling) at the application site.

How to store tretinoin:

• Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
• Store the medicine in a dry place at room temperature (25°C). Short-term storage at 15-30°C is permitted.
• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the cream.
• Keep the medicine in its original packaging to protect it from moisture and light.
• Do not dispose of medicines in sewage or household waste.