Tazarotene
Tazarotene is a prodrug that is de-esterified in the skin to its active form tazarotenic acid which appears to modulate cell proliferation and differentiation.It is a retinoid used for the topical treament of mild to moderate acne & plague psoriasis.
Adult: Apply 0.05% or 0.1% gel once daily in the evening.
Pregnancy, lactation, Eczema, Sunburnt conditions. Hypersensitivity.
Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, mucous membrances. Abraded skin. Avoid exposure to sun or UV light. Use on 20% of body surface area. Dosing frequency, tolerance, therapeutic response must be monitored during treatment. Do not use cream with occlusive dressing. Wash hands after application. Do not use cream/gel in amounts more than instructed.
Pruritus, burning/Stinging, erythema, skin peeling, irritation, worsening of psoriasis, rash, dry skin, bleeding, peripheral oedema, hypertriglyceridaemia, desquamation, contact dermatitis, temporary hypoand hyperpigmentation. Photosensitivity, Rarely, inflamed, dry or painful skin.
Concomitant use with dermatologic medications and cosmetics that have an irritant or strong drying effect. Risk of benign intracranial hypertension with tetracyclines. Risk of benign intracranial hypertension with tetracyclines. Risk of hypervitaminosis with vitamin A.
Brand Name | Manufactured by |
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LATEZ | NICHOLAS PIRAMAL INDIA |
TAZRET | GLENMARK PHARMA |
TAZRET FORTE | GLENMARK PHARMA |
ZOROTENE | ELDER PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. |