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Retino A 0.05 Cream is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Pimples.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Retino A 0.05 Cream. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Retino A 0.05 Cream include Fluid retention. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Retino A 0.05 Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Retino A 0.05 Cream normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Retino A 0.05 Cream's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Retino A 0.05 Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Retino A 0.05 Cream related warnings section.
Retino A 0.05 Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Retino A 0.05 Cream in conditions like Allergy, Eczema. Some other conditions that can be affected by Retino A 0.05 Cream are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Retino A 0.05 Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Retino A 0.05 Cream is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Retino A 0.05 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 0.05 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 0.05 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 0.05 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 0.05 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 0.05 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 0.05 Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Retino A 0.05 Cream habit forming or addictive?
Retino A 0.05 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 0.05 Cream can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Retino A 0.05 Cream only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Retino A 0.05 Cream is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Retino A 0.05 Cream
You can take Retino A 0.05 Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Retino A 0.05 Cream
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Retino A 0.05 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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