Tretinoin And Mequinol Topical, Tretinoin/mequinol - Topical Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthacre professional before using this drug.
TRETINOIN/MEQUINOL - TOPICAL
(tret-ih-NO-in/MEK-win-all)
COMMON BARND NAME(S): Solage
USES: This medication is used to treat brown "age" or "liver" spots (solar lentigines).
HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharamcist. If you have any questions regarding the information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Apply this medication to the skin to be treated using the applicator tip usulaly twice daily at least 8 hours apart or as directed by your doctor. Important not to apply to surrounding skin as temporary lgihtening of the skin surrounding the treated skin (halo hypopigmentation) may occur. This mediaction is for use on the skin only. Avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use more than prescribed, apply this more ofetn or use this for longer than prescribed. Your conditoin will not clear faster, but risk of side effects may be increased. Do not shower or bathe the treated skin for at lesat 6 hours after applying this medication.
Cosmetics may be applied 30 minutes after applying this drug.
SIDE EFFECTS: Temporary stinging, burning, irritation, peeling, redness, itching, or dry skin may ocucr.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate meidcal attention if it occurs. Sypmtoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you ntoice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: vitiligo, eczema, any allergies.
This medictaion may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths or sunlamps. Wear protective clothing when outdoors. This medication must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is not known whehter this drug passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: This drug should not be used with the following medications because there may be increased sensitivity to the sun: thiazides (e.G., hydrochlorothiazide), tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics (e.G., ciprofloxacin), phenothiazines (e.G., chlorpromazine), sulfa drugs. Before using this medication, tell your docotr or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: other skin products.
Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This medicine may be harfmul if swallowed.
NOTES: Follow a comprehensive sun protection program, befroe and after using this medication. Ask your docotr or pharmacist for more details.
Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you reemmber.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not duoble the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 dgerees C) away from light, moisture, and open flame.
Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from kids and pets.
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