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A Ret-HC Cream

Manufactured byMENARINI INDIA PVT. LTD
ContainsTretinoin (0.05 %w/w) + Hydroquinone (2 %w/w) + Hydrocortisone (1 %w/w)
Description
A Ret-HC Cream is a combination of Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Hydrocortisone. It is used for the treatment of skin hyperpigmentation (darkened patches or spots on the skin). This medicine works by reducing the pigmentation and swelling on your skin. A Ret-HC Cream can have side effects like burning or stinging at the application site, itchy or dry skin etc. Most of them are short-lasting and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are getting worse or persistent. A Ret-HC Cream is for external use only. It is applied as a thin layer over the pigmented area. Use this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur. A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended to be used in children below 12 years of age. Do not use this medicine for other skin conditions without consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and pre-existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose to avoid side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for A Ret-HC Cream

  • Burning or stinging sensation at application site
  • Itchy and dry skin
  • Swelling of skin at the application site
  • Delayed wound healing
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Changes in vision
  • Unwanted hair growth
  • Red spots on skin
  • Peeling and blistering of skin
  • Patchy appearance of skin
  • Photosensitivity of skin

Uses of A Ret-HC Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Skin hyperpigmentation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for A Ret-HC Cream to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which A Ret-HC Cream remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for A Ret-HC Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended for use if you are pregnant as it may affect your foetus. Appropriate contraception should be used to avoid getting pregnant during treatment with this medicine. Contact your doctor if you suspect a pregnancy.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether A Ret-HC Cream passes into breast milk or if it could affect the infant. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.

Allergy

A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Sunburn

A Ret-HC Cream should not be applied on areas of the skin having sunburns as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended for use if you are pregnant as it may affect your foetus. Appropriate contraception should be used to avoid getting pregnant during treatment with this medicine. Contact your doctor if you suspect a pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether A Ret-HC Cream passes into breast milk or if it could affect the infant. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
General warnings

Use on skin

A Ret-HC Cream is recommended for use only on the skin. Do not apply this cream to your eyes; on your eyelids, lips, mouth, vagina, or the corners of your nose.

Use in children

A Ret-HC Cream is not used for children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been clinically established in that age group.

Exposure to sunlight

Use of A Ret-HC Cream may cause adverse reactions to the skin up on exposure to sunlight. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you are going out in the sun while using this medicine.

Other medicines

A Ret-HC Cream may interact with other medicines and may cause serious side effects. It is advised that you report all your current medicines to your doctor including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Delayed wound healing

Use of A Ret-HC Cream may delay the process of wound healing.

Vaccination

Vaccination with live attenuated strains of micro-organisms should be avoided while using A Ret-HC Cream as it lowers your immune system response.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of A Ret-HC Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of A Ret-HC Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Benzoyl Peroxide (Topical)

Salicylic Acid

Methoxsalen

Disease interactions

Diabetes

A Ret-HC Cream should be used with caution if you have diabetes (a condition where there are high blood sugar levels) as it can alter your blood sugar levels. Your doctor can frequently monitor your blood sugar levels and/or adjust your dose if required.

Hyperadrenocorticism

A Ret-HC Cream should be used cautiously if you have hyperadrenocorticism (a condition where the adrenal glands secrete an excess of steroidal hormones in the body) as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may adjust your dose or replace it with other medicine in such cases.

Infections

A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended for use if you are being treated for an active infection as it may suppress the immune system response.

Eczema

A Ret-HC Cream is not recommended for use if you have eczema (a skin condition resulting in dry itchy skin) due to the increased risk of severe irritation to the eczematous skin.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of A Ret-HC Cream over the affected area. Wash your hands before and after the application of this medicine. Do not cover the area unless instructed by your doctor. Avoid using this medicine on large areas of skin as it may lead to toxicity. Avoid application of this medicine on damaged or broken skin.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
A Ret-HC Cream is a combination medicine composed of Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Hydrocortisone. Tretinoin affects the growth and maturation of skin cells. Hydroquinone decreases the formation of pigments that give a distinct colour to the skin. Hydrocortisone reduces the actions of certain chemicals that cause swelling and pain in the body. It also changes the way in which the immune system normally works.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical depigmenting agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Dec 2021

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