A-Ret 0.05% Gel is a form of vitamin A that is used to treat acne which appears as spots or pimples on your face, chest, or back. It also helps to smooth rough facial skin and to reduce fine wrinkles on the skin.
The excessive oil production of the skin is decreased with A-Ret 0.05% Gel. For the term specified by your doctor, it is ideal to apply precisely at night. What you are being treated for will determine how much and for how long you must take it. Before putting a thin layer of this medication on the affected area, you should typically wash and ensure surface is dry.
Avoid application on damaged or broken skin and avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. It may take several weeks for your symptoms to improve but keep using it regularly to get the most benefit. Consult your doctor again if you do not notice any improvement after a few weeks. Using more treatments or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster as this is one of the strongest treatments available at the moment.
The most common side effects include irritation, dryness, and redness of the skin. They are usually mild and improve as your body gets used to the medicine, so it is advised to start with a lower percentage like 0.025 if new to tretinoin usage or use retinol. Drink plenty of water and use moisturizer as it may lead to dryness of the mouth, lips, and eyes. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects with this medicine are rare.
This may make you more sensitive to sunlight so you should limit exposure to the sun if possible. It may make your skin more fragile. It is advised, not to have any waxing (hair removal), or laser treatments during treatment. Pregnant women or women who are planning to get pregnant should not use this medicine as it can lead to birth defects.
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