RETINOIC OINTMENT 0.1% 15G

Latin name

Retinoic ointment

Release form

Ointment.

Packaging

In tubes of 15 g; in a pack of cardboard 1 tube.

Mechanism of action

Retinoic ointment has a dermatoprotective, antiseborrheic, keratolytic, anti-inflammatory effect. Retinoic acid is a biologically active form of vitamin A, is involved in the regulation of cell differentiation.

Indications

Acne ordinary, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, perioral dermatitis.

Contraindications

It is not recommended to apply to large areas of skin during pregnancy, breastfeeding and women planning pregnancy. It should not be prescribed to patients receiving other drugs from the group of retinoids. With care - in chronic diseases of the liver, kidneys, chronic pancreatitis, cardiac decompensation.

Special notes

At 1-2 weeks of treatment, an exacerbation reaction is possible - the appearance of new rashes, itching, swelling and redness of the skin.
In case of a pronounced reaction, it is recommended to cancel treatment for several days before it subsides, then therapy can be resumed.

Composition

Active substance:

Isotretinoin (13-cis-retinoic acid) 0.1 g

Excipients:

Dibunol; butyloxyanisole; emulsion wax; vaseline oil; glycerol; ethyl alcohol 95%; purified water - up to 100 g

Dosage and administration

Used externally.For acne and rosacea, apply a thin layer to the affected skin 2 times a day. The duration of treatment is 4-12 weeks. A second course is possible after consulting a doctor.

Side effects

Passing redness of the skin, new rashes from the 2nd week of treatment that do not require discontinuation of the drug. Sometimes - individual intolerance. Possible (with prolonged use) - cheilitis, conjunctivitis, dry and flaky skin.

Drug interaction

The effect of the ointment is weakened with the simultaneous administration of antibiotics of the Tetracycline group, as well as topical administration of glucocorticosteroids.

Storage conditions

Store at 2-8 ° C (do not freeze).