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Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm

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TOPICAL

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Not Returnable

About Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm belongs to the class of drugs known as retinoids (synthetic or man-made vitamin A). Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is primarily used to treat acne (pimples) and sun-damaged skin. Acne is a skin condition that is common and occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil.

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm contains tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid (a form of vitamin A) that loosens and unblocks pores on the skin’s surface by reducing the oil secretion in the skin. This prevents the formation of pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is for external use only. Your doctor will advise you on how often you use Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm based on your medical condition. Avoid contact of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm with nose, mouth, eyes, ears, or vagina. In case Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience dry skin, peeling, redness, burning, itching, or stinging sensation of the skin. Most of these side effects of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, nursing mother, or planning for pregnancy, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm. Avoid sun exposure while using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen lotion (SPF) while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. Do not apply Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm in large amounts than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness, or skin discomfort. Patients with a history of depression, eczema, history of skin cancer, and fish allergies should use Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm with caution.

Uses of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm

Acne, Wrinkles

Medicinal Benefits

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is a form of vitamin A (retinoid) that loosen and unblock pores on the skin’s surface by reducing the oil secretion in the skin. This prevents the formation of pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after applying Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm. Before using it, try to clean and dry the affected skin area. Applying Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm to wet skin may cause skin irritation, so try not to wash the treated area. Also do not apply other skin products for at least 1 hour after applying Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm. Wash the face with mild soap and pat the skin dry. Take a small pearl-sized amount of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm on the fingertip and apply on the clean and dry affected area once a day in the evening. Avoid contact of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm with nose, mouth, eyes, ears or vagina. In case Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm

  • Dry skin
  • Peeling
  • Skin redness
  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Stinging sensation

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to tretinoin or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If skin irritation, redness, burning, or stinging sensation worsens at the site of application, stop using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm and consult a doctor. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm. Avoid sun exposure, use a sunscreen lotion and wear protective clothing while going out in the sun as Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm may make the skin more sensitive to the sun. Do not apply Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm in large amounts than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness, or skin discomfort. Use Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm with caution when used together with medicated or abrasive soaps, cleansers, shampoos, astringents, products with high concentrations of alcohol, electrolysis, hair depilatories, or waxes or topical medications as they may increase skin irritation.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm may interact with vitamin A-related drugs known as retinoids (isotretinoin), photosensitizing agents (aminolevulinic acid, methoxsalen, porfirmer, verteporfin), sensitizer (methyl aminolevulinate), keratolytic agents (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur), antiseptic (resorcinol).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have eczema (itchy, swelling of the skin) or any other skin condition, inform your doctor before taking Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOTRETINOIN
  • AMINOLEVULINIC ACID
  • METHOXSALEN
  • PORFIRMER
  • VERTEPORFIN
  • METHYL AMINOLEVULINATE
  • BENZOYL PEROXIDE
  • SALICYCLIC ACID
  • SULFUR
  • RESORCINOL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid sun exposure while using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
  • Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem though it doesn’t clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
  • Do regular hair wash and avoid hair falling across the face.
  • Use water-based cosmetic products and remove the make-up completely before going to bed.

Special Advise

  • ​​​​​​Do not apply Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm in large amounts than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but causes peeling, marked redness or skin discomfort.
  • Do not squeeze spots or try to clean blackheads as it may worsen them and cause permanent scarring.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acne: Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil, causing pimples, whiteheads and blackheads. Acne affects people of all ages but is most common among teenagers. The symptoms of acne include pus-filled pimples, uninflamed (not swollen) blackheads, red, large and tender bumps.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - TRE0381

FAQs

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight in the treated areas. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen with a minimum SPF 15 and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn.
You are recommended to use cosmetics after 1 hour of applying Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm but avoid cosmetics with a strong drying effect as they may increase skin irritation. If you are using any cosmetics, clean your face before applying Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm again.
Yes, Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm may cause skin irritation, burning sensation or itching at the site of application. Extreme weather conditions such as cold or wind may cause more irritation in patients using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm containing products. However, if the irritation worsens, stop using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm and consult a doctor.
You are advised to use moisturizers in the morning every day to prevent dryness in the treated areas.
Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm does not remove wrinkles completely or repair skin damaged by the sun. Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm may reduce fine wrinkles, especially when used along with other skincare products.
You are recommended to use Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, the course of treatment with Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm takes up to 6 months for effective results.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women. Therefore, if you are pregnant, inform your doctor before using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Tretiheal 0.025% Cream 20 gm is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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