Arazlo
Generic name:tazarotene topical [ ta-ZAR-oh-teen ]
Brand names: Arazlo, Avage, Fabior, Tazorac
Drug class:Topical acne agents
What is Arazlo?
Arazlo (for use on skin) is a compound similar to vitamin A. It helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and may improve the appearance and texture of skin.
The Avage brand of tazarotene cream is used to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles on the face, mottled light and dark skin patches on the face, and benign facial lentigines (non-cancerous freckles) in adults and adolescents who are at least 17 years old.
The Fabior and Tazorac brands of tazarotene topical are used to treat acne vulgaris in adults and adolescents who are at least 12 years old.
The Arazlo brand of tazarotene topical is used to treat acne vulgaris in adults and adolescents who are at least 9 years old.
Tazorac is also used to treat plaque psoriasis (raised, silvery flaking of the skin) in adults.
Arazlo may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Arazlo can cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy.
Stop using Arazlo and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant, if you stop using birth control, or if you miss a menstrual period.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Arazlo if you are allergic to it, or if you are pregnant or may become pregnant.
You must have a negative pregnancy test within 2 weeks before starting this treatment.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
eczema, sunburn, or another skin condition;
skin cancer;
lentigo maligna (a type of skin cancer);
an allergic reaction to a skin product; or
if you work outdoors.
Do not use Arazlo if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby or cause birth defects. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine.
Stop using Arazlo and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant, if you stop using birth control, or if you miss a menstrual period.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Avage should not be used on anyone younger than 17 years old. Fabior or ...
