Retigel 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.
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Retigel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Retigel 0.05mg/100ml Gel
Introduction
Retigel belongs to a group of medicines known as retinoids that are used to treat severe acne, which occur as pimples, in adults and adolescents from 12 years of age only after puberty. This medicine is for patients whose acne has not responded to ot...
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Uses of Retigel
Acne
Side effects of Retigel
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Dry skin
Cracked lips
How to use Retigel
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 gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affe...
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How Retigel works
Retigel is a derivative of vitamin A. It acts on glands (sebaceous) on your skin to reduce the production of a natural substance (sebum) that causes acne. Also, the controlled sebum production kills acne-causing bacteria. It also works as an anti-inf...
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What if you forget to take Retigel?
If you miss a dose of Retigel, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Retigel for the treatment of acne.
Clean the area to be treated with water and a non-medicated soap, and let it dry for 20-30 minutes before applying Retigel.
It may increase the severity of the lesions in the first few weeks of use. Continue using it as prescribed by your doctor.
It may cause stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth when you first start using it. Inform your doctor if this persists.
Avoid exposure to sunlight while using it as it increases the sensitivity of your skin. Use protective measures such as sun-cream or protect...
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Avoid face waxing and laser treatment while using this medicine as it makes your skin more fragile.
Do not use Retigel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if excessive skin dryness or skin sensitivity take place.
Brief Description
Indication
Acne
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Acne
Adult: As 0.05% gel: Apply sparingly once or twice daily. Effect is observed w/in 6-8 wk of treatment.
Contraindication
Pregnancy, lactation.
Mode of Action
Isotretinoin is a synthetic retinoid which reduces sebaceous gland size and sebum production. It also regulates cell proliferation and differentiation...
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Precaution
Preexisting or predisposition to hypertriglyceridaemia (e.g. DM, obesity or increased alcohol intake). Monitor triglyceride levels. Monitor blood lipi...
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Side Effect
Dryness of mucous membranes, dryness of skin with scaling, fragility, erythema, cheilitis, pruritus, epistaxis, conjunctivitis, dry sore mouth and pal...
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Interaction
Additive toxicity with vitamin A or its derivatives. Decreased efficacy of microdosed progesterone (use 2 forms of contraception). May increase risk o...
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