INTRODUCTION

RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL contains Tretinoin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Retinoids. It is used to treat acne. It can also be used to treat wrinkles, skin spots and rough skin. Acne is defined as a skin disease involving inflammation of the sebaceous follicles of the face and upper body, characterized by lesions on the face, back, upper chest and shoulders.

Before using RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL, inform your doctor if you have any sunburn, sun sensitivity or any other skin problems. RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL should be used in pregnancy only if specifically directed by your doctor. RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

The safety and effectiveness of RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL in children (aged less than 12 years) have not been established, so consult your doctor before using it. The most common side effect of using RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL is skin irritation like redness, burning, stinging, dryness and peeling. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

USES OF RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL

• It is used to treat acne, wrinkles, skin spots and rough skin.

HOW RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL WORKS

RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL works by modifying the abnormal cavity formation that comes from the excessive conversion of cytoplasm to keratin (a strong protein that is the main substance that forms hair, skin, etc.) of epithelial cells, promoting detachment of tough cells and enhancing shedding.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL should be used in pregnant women only if specifically directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using it.

BREASTFEEDING

RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using it.

ALLERGY

Do not use RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL if you are allergic to Tretinoin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Other medicines used to treat acne (Ex. benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, salicylic acid)
• Medicated or abrasive soaps and cleansers
• Medicines containing high concentrations of alcohol, astringents or spices

B. Drug-Food interactions:

Avoid contact of the skin with the lime peel during treatment with RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally applied too much of RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL, contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose include irritation or increased irritation of your skin.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep RETINO A MICRO 0.04% GEL out of reach of children
• Store below 25°C