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Retino A 0.025 Cream is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pimples.
The correct dosage of Retino A 0.025 Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Retino A 0.025 Cream include Fluid retention. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Retino A 0.025 Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Retino A 0.025 Cream are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Retino A 0.025 Cream has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Retino A 0.025 Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Retino A 0.025 Cream related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Eczema must refrain from the use of Retino A 0.025 Cream since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Retino A 0.025 Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Retino A 0.025 Cream with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Retino A 0.025 Cream is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Retino A 0.025 Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Retino A 0.025 Cream safe for pregnant women?
Retino A may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Retino A again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Retino A 0.025 Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Retino A. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Retino A 0.025 Cream on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Retino A for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Retino A 0.025 Cream on the Liver?
Retino A may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Retino A 0.025 Cream on the Heart?
Retino A is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Retino A 0.025 Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Retino A 0.025 Cream habit forming or addictive?
Retino A 0.025 Cream is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Retino A 0.025 Cream can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Retino A 0.025 Cream only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Retino A 0.025 Cream is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Retino A 0.025 Cream
You can take Retino A 0.025 Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Retino A 0.025 Cream
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Retino A 0.025 Cream.
No, Retino A should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you can use Retino A for spot treatment. Because Retino A increases the rate of new cell production. Once the new cell is grown, the spot goes away on its own.
Yes, Retino A can cause hair loss. It is a very common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Retino A works by decreasing the production of sebum and reducing the size of sebaceous glands temporarily. It also prevents the formation of small bumps along with decreasing the inflammation.
No, Retino A is a prescription drug, hence do not take Retino A without consulting doctor. This drug is specifically very harmful for pregnant women. Women who are planning for a possible pregnancy should not take it.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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