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Tret 0.12% Gel

Manufactured byWest Coast Pharma Works
ContainsIsotretinoin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Tret 0.12% Gel is a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A. It is used for the treatment of a severe form of acne called nodular acne characterized by large, inflamed, painful acne lesions deep under the skin.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Tret 0.12% Gel

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tret 0.12% Gel

Skin irritation

Scaling, burning, redness, and swelling of skin

Itchy and dry skin

Red spots on skin

Peeling and blistering of skin

Patchy appearance of skin

Photosensitivity of skin

Uses of Tret 0.12% Gel

What is it prescribed for?

Nodular acne

This medicine is used for the treatment of a severe form of acne called nodular acne characterized by large, inflamed, painful acne lesions deep under the skin.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the 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.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women. It is advised to take extra precautionary measures and avoid intended/unintended pregnancy while using this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to isotretinoin, vitamin A, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women. It is advised to take extra precautionary measures and avoid intended/unintended pregnancy while using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Exposure to sun

The use of this medicine may cause adverse reactions to the skin on sun exposure. You are advised to take appropriate precautionary measures while stepping out into sunlight during treatment with this medicine. It is not recommended for use in patients suffering from sunburn due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Eczema

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from eczema due to the increased risk of severe irritation to the eczematous skin. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Other skin products

This medicine may interact with other skincare or medicinal products. Consult your doctor before starting the use of other products along with this medicine.

Use on skin

This medicine is recommended for use only on the skin. Do not apply this medicine in your eyes; on your eyelids, lips, mouth, vagina, or the corners of your nose.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose 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 this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the 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

Methoxsalen

Benzoyl Peroxide (Topical)

Salicylic Acid (Topical)

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

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 the gel to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by slowing the production of certain substances that cause an acne breakout.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical acne agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Isotretinoin - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 8 May 2017]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00982

Isotretinoin [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 23 March 2020]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Isotretinoin

[Internet]. Medicines.org.au. 2020 [cited 28 May 2020]. Available from:

https://medicines.org.au/files/lprint/gwcisotr-lp.pdf

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Information on this page was last updated on 28 May 2020

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