What is Tretinoin?
Acne, sun damage, fine lines and dark spots.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Tretinoin is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
A vitamin A derivative that speeds skin cell turnover and unclogs pores.
What is it used for?
Acne, sun damage, fine lines and dark spots. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Cream. Creams are applied to the area your prescriber directs. Metered dispensers such as Topi-CLICK® deliver the same amount each time. Wash your hands after applying.
- Serum. Serums are applied to clean, dry skin or scalp as directed.
- Gel. Gels are applied to the area directed and allowed to dry.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Dryness, peeling, sun sensitivity. Avoid in pregnancy. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
Pregnancy. Increases sun sensitivity. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare Tretinoin in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as cream, serum, gel. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.
Tretinoin is also prepared in combination with Hyaluronic acid, Estriol, Niacinamide, Caffeine. See combination preparations in our library.