Pack size: 1 25gm tube  |  Price is for the whole 25gm tube

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Tazarotene 0.1% Topical

Form: Cream 0.10%

Indication

Acne, Stable plaque psoriasis, Photo aging

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Acne, Stable plaque psoriasis Apply a thin layer to cleansed dry affected area, once daily in the evening. Photoaging Adult: Apply a thin layer to cover entire face (including eyelids) once daily before going to bed.

Child Dose

<12 years: Safety and efficacy not established >12 years: Apply to affected area once daily in the evening.

Contraindication

Pregnancy, lactation. Eczema. Sunburnt conditions. Hypersensitivity.

Mode of Action

Tazarotene is a synthetic acetylenic retinoid, that is applied topically. It is de-esterified in the skin to its active form, tazarotenic acid, which affects cell proliferation and differentiation by modulating gene expression in acne and psoriasis.

Precaution

Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, mucous membranes. Abraded skin. Avoid exposure to sun or UV light. Do not use >10% of BSA. Do not use cream with occlusive dressing. Wash hands after application. Do not use cream/gel in amounts more than instructed. Women of child bearing potential should take birth control measures. Negative pregnancy test to be obtained within 2 wk prior to initiation and start therapy during normal menstrual period. Retinoid should not be used on eczematous skin, as they may cause severe irritation. Because of heightened burning susceptibility, exposure to sunlight (including sunlamps) should be avoided unless deemed medically necessary and in such cases, exposure should be minimized during the use of Tazarotene cream. Tazarotene cream should be administered with caution if the patient is also taking drugs known to be photosensitizers (e.g., thiazides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, phenothiazines, sulfonamides) because of the increased possibility of augmented photosensitivity.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Psoriasis', 'Acne']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Dry skin', 'Erythema (skin redness)', 'Itching', 'Skin burn', 'Skin irritation', 'Skin peeling']}

How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a form of vitamin A. It works by slowing down the rapid growth of skin cells, and blocks certain substances which cause inflammation (redness and swelling) on skin. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin in psoriasis and clears acne.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established