A Ret Gel\n\nTretinoin is a drug that is prescribed for treating acne. This medicine is prescribed for peeling off the affected skin areas and also for unclogging the pores. Tretinoin is a natural metabolite of retinol and belongs to a class of Retinoids. Tretinoin is available in many other forms apart from capsules, like gel and cream form. This medication is used to minimize the signs and severity of the disease, Acne.\nUnderstanding the drug:\nHow it works?\nRetin A is a very active exfoliator that accelerates the skin cycle. The retinoic acid improves the pigmentation by speeding up the elimination of melanin in the dermis. It also increase collagen levels in the skin cells and improve fine wrinkles. It does not, however, have an effect on deep converges formed on the skin and ice pick scars. This medicine all improves the overall quality of skin.\nWhen should you avoid it?\nYou should not take this drug if you:\n\nAre allergic to this drug or any of the other ingredients of this medicine\nAre pregnant\nAre breastfeeding or planning to breast feed\nYou have an abnormally high white blood cell (WBC) count\nHave liver disease\nHave diabetes or thyroid problems\nHave kidney problems\nHave severe bladder infection\nHave bleeding or blood clotting disorders\nHave stomach ulcers or ulcerative colitis\n\nHow much to apply?\nTretinoin comes in topical liquid, cream or gel forms. Apply small amount of the topical product as per the doctor?s advice. Always take the drug dose as prescribed by the doctor only. Never change the dosage, start, or stop using the drug without doctor?s permission. ?Usually your acne will get worse for the first 7-8 days but do not discontinue the product. Regular usage of the product will improve the condition within 3-4 weeks and acne and the scars will diminish.\nWhat are the strengths available? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????\nThis drug Tretinoin is available on our website in the following strengths and brand names:\n\nRetino A cream 0.025% (20 gm)\nA? Ret 0.025%(20 gm)\nA Ret gel 0.1%(20 gm)\nA Ret gel 0.05%(20 gm)\nSupatret gel 0.04%(20 gm)\nSupatret gel 0.1%(20 gm)\nRetino A cream 0.05%(20 gm)\n\nWho is the manufacturer?\nThe various products and their manufacturers are as below:\n\n\n\n\nProducts\n\n\nManufacturers\n\n\n\n\nRetino A cream 0.025% (20 gm)\nRetino A cream 0.05%(20 gm)\n\n\nJohnson and Johnson\n\n\n\n\nA? Ret 0.025%(20 gm)\nA Ret gel 0.1%(20 gm)\nA Ret gel 0.05%(20 gm)\n\n\nShalaks Pharmaceuticals limited\n\n\n\n\nSupatret gel 0.04%(20 gm)\nSupatret gel 0.1%(20 gm)\n\n\nSun Pharma\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to apply it?\nIf you are applying any form of tretinoin, follow these steps:\n\nWash your hands and the skin area affected using a mild soap and water\nPat dry your skin with a cotton cloth\nWait for 20-30 minutes before applying this medicine\nUse clean fingertips, a cotton swab to apply the medication( a pea sized)\nApply only the enough amount of medicine to cover the area lightly\n\nWhen to apply?\nApply it religiously two times a day in morning and evening so as the acne scars heal faster. Proper care of the infected area is necessary. Time to time application of the cream will prove beneficial and will speed up the healing procedure.\nFor how long should it be taken?\nUse this medicine as long as the doctor tells you to take. Use the medication exactly as directed. Never use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor.\nWhat if you take too much (overdose)?\nYou may require urgent medical help in this situation. In such a case visit nearest healthcare center or call your doctor immediately.\nWhat if you miss the dose?\nIn case you forget to apply the dose, skip the dose and take the next dose on the recommended time period if it?s too late but if it?s less than 1 hour of the skipping then go and apply it. Never apply too much of the product to balance the missed dose.\nWhat are the side effects?\nTell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of the following:\n\nItching\nRedness\nIrritation\nNumbness\nBlister formation or crusting of the skin\nPeeling off\nStinging of the skin\nScaling of skin\nRashes\nBurning sensation on the area applied\n\nIn above cases you must go for immediate medical help.?Do not get alarmed by the list.?You may /may not experience all of them. Tell your doctor immediately in the above situations.\nAre there any possible drug interactions?\nCertain other drugs can interact with Tretinoin and increase the risk of serious problems. So it is necessary to consult your doctor about the following drugs such as:\n\nBendroflumethiazide\nChlorothiazide\nChlorpromazine\nChlorthalidone\nCiprofloxacin\nCyclopenthiazide\nDemeclocycline\nDoxycycline\nFleroxacin\nFluphenazine\nGemifloxacin\nHydrochlorothiazide\nIndapamide\nLevofloxacin\nLymecycline\nMethotrexate\nMethyclothiazide\n\nAsk your doctor to get the full list of the drugs needed to be avoided while taking the drug as they may interfere it and may cause adverse effects.\nWhat are the things to be taken care of?\n\nOne should not exceed the dose prescribed by doctor\nThis medicine may be harmful if swallowed\nIf the medicine get accidently into eyes then wash your eyes thoroughly with water\nThis medicine is for topical use only\nDo not use the medicine after the date of expiry