Active Substance: Tazarotene.
Overview
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This medicine contains an important and useful components, as it consists of
Tazaroteneis available in the market in concentration
Tazarotene 0.1% Topical
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.
Acne, Stable plaque psoriasis, Photo aging
Pregnancy, lactation. Eczema. Sunburnt conditions. Hypersensitivity.
>10% Desquamation,Erythema,Burning/stinging,Dry skin 1-10% Skin irritation (1% -22%),Skin pain,Pruritis,Irritant or contact dermatitis,Stinging,Acne,Photosensitivity,Rash,Cheilitis Frequency Not Defined Worsening of psoriasis,Eczema,Rash,Dry skin,Skin inflammation,Fissuring,Bleeding,Peripheral edema,Hypertriglyceridemia
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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.
Increased drying effect effect with concomitant use of dermatologic medications and cosmetics that have irritant or strong drying effect. Increased risk of photosensitivity with drugs known to be photosensitisers.
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