Generic name: tretinoin
Dosage form: gel
Drug class:Topical acne agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 21, 2021.
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Indications and Usage for Retin-A Micro
Retin-A Micro® is a retinoid indicated for topical application in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
Retin-A Micro Dosage and Administration
For topical use only. Not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.
Retin-A Micro should be applied once a day, in the evening, to the skin where acne lesions appear, using enough to cover the entire affected area in a thin layer. Areas to be treated should be cleansed thoroughly before the medication is applied. If medication is applied excessively, no more rapid or better results will be obtained and marked redness, peeling, or discomfort may occur. A transitory feeling of warmth or slight stinging may be noted on application. In cases where it has been necessary to temporarily discontinue therapy or to reduce the frequency of application, therapy may be resumed or the frequency of application increased as the patient becomes able to ...
