Uses
Retino-A Cream 0.05 is primarily used to treat acne, but it can also be used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sun-damaged skin. It is also sometimes used to treat other skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema.
Adverse Effects
Retino-A Cream 0.05 can cause a variety of side effects, including skin irritation, redness, dryness, and peeling. It can also cause temporary discoloration of the skin. In rare cases, it can cause more serious side effects, such as an allergic reaction or increased sensitivity to the sun.
Active Ingredients
The active ingredient in Retino-A Cream 0.05 is tretinoin. It is also known by its chemical name, all-trans-retinoic acid. Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that works by increasing cell turnover and reducing inflammation.
Synonyms
Tretinoin is also known by its chemical name, all-trans-retinoic acid. It is also sometimes referred to as retinoic acid, retinoic acid cream, or vitamin A cream.