Before using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
Before using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: eczema.
Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Weather extremes such as wind or cold may also be irritating to the skin. Use a sunscreen daily, and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Wait until your skin has completely recovered from a sunburn before using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%.
Avoid electrolysis, waxing and chemical depilatories for hair removal on the treated areas while using this product.
If you have recently used products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid, use Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% with caution. Wait until the effects of such products on the skin have decreased before using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%.
Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage at 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not freeze. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% and each time you get a refill. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Gently clean your face with a mild or soapless cleanser and pat skin dry. Wait 20-30 minutes before applying Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%. Apply a pea-sized amount of cream, using just enough to cover your entire face lightly, usually once a day before bedtime or as directed by your doctor. Be careful to avoid your eyes, nostrils and mouth. Do not wash your face or apply another skin care product for at least 1 hour after using this product.
Do not use more of Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% than prescribed or use in larger amounts. It will not give you faster or better results, but will increase the risk of developing redness, peeling and pain. Do not use on cut, scraped, sunburned, or eczema-affected skin.
Avoid getting Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% in your eyes. If Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% gets into your eyes, flush with large amounts of water. Call your doctor if eye irritation develops. Wash your hands after using the medication to avoid accidentally getting it in your eyes.
Effects of Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% will appear slowly, with most improvement seen in the first 6 months of use.
If used for acne, your condition may worsen at first, then improve.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
A brief sensation of warmth or stinging may occur immediately after applying the medication. Skin redness, dryness, itching, scaling, mild burning, or worsening of acne may occur during the first 2-4 weeks of using the medication. These effects usually decrease with continued use. A daytime moisturizer may be helpful for very dry skin (see Notes).
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Your doctor may want you to decrease how often you use Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%, change the strength, or have you stop using it.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% do not have serious side effects.
Notify your doctor if you experience: blistering, crusting, severe burning/swelling of the skin, eye redness and watering (conjunctivitis), eyelid swelling, darkening or lightening of skin color.
A very serious allergic reaction to Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
If you forget to use Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%, use it as soon as you remember if you remember the same day. If you don't remember until morning, wait until your next dose is scheduled.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
See also Precautions section.
Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
Renova (tretinoin) 0.02% should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: products containing alpha hydroxy acid, products containing glycolic acid.
If you are currently using medications containing the ingredients listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%.
Before using Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: hair perming solutions, alcohol/lime/menthol-containing products (such as astringents, toners, shaving lotions), medicated or abrasive soaps and cleansers, products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid, soaps and cosmetics with a strong drying effect, other drugs that may increase your sensitivity to sunlight (e.g., fluoroquinolones such as ciprofloxacin, tetracyclines, thiazide water pills such as hydrochlorothiazide, sulfa drugs such as sulfamethoxazole, phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine).
Benzoyl peroxide should not be applied at the same time as Renova (tretinoin) 0.02%.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.