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Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps the skin regenerate itself. This is also the active ingredient in Altreno. So what is Altreno drug, what diseases does it treat?
1. What is Altreno?
Altreno is a topical acne medication containing topical tretinoin (TRET-in-oin). Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps skin renew itself. It is used to treat acne, smooth rough facial skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improve mottled skin discoloration. Altreno may be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
2. Warning when using Altreno
Avoid getting Altreno tretinoin into the eyes, mouth, vagina or creases of the nose. Patients should not use Altreno if they are allergic to it.
Do not give Altreno to a child without medical advice, in fact there are several brands of topical Tretinoin that are not approved for use by anyone under the age of 18.
Talk to your doctor if you have ever:
Have eczema ; Allergy to fish (gel may contain fish-derived ingredients). It is not known if Altreno will harm an unborn baby, so tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It may not be safe to breastfeed while using Altreno.
3. How to use Altreno?
Follow all directions on the Altreno drug label and read all medication instructions or leaflets; Use Altreno exactly as directed by your doctor. Using more Altreno or applying it more often than prescribed does not make it work faster, but may only increase side effects. Do not use Altreno by mouth, topical medicine is for external use only, note not to use on sunburned skin, or skin with eczema. Wash your hands before and after applying Altreno; Clean and dry the area to be treated and then apply Altreno to wet skin, which can cause skin irritation. Do not wash the treatment area or apply other skin products for at least 1 hour after applying Altreno. It can take up to several weeks for your skin to improve with Altreno. Continue using Altreno tretinoin as directed and let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve. If you are using Altreno to treat acne, your condition may get slightly worse for a short time initially. Call your doctor if skin irritation while using Altreno becomes severe or if acne does not improve within 8-12 weeks.
Use Altreno for the full prescribed length of time, even if you think it won't work. Store Altreno at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, tightly cap the bottle when not in use.
Altreno is flammable, so do not use or place Altreno near high temperature or open flame.
4. What should be avoided when using Altreno?
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight as Altreno may make you more susceptible to sunburn, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater) when outdoors or even on cloudy days. Avoid getting Altreno tretinoin in your eyes, mouth, vagina or in the creases of your nose. Avoid using products for the skin that can cause irritation such as strong soaps, shampoos, hair dyes, bleach, hair wax... or products used for skin that contain alcohol, astringents. or lime. Avoid using other medicines on the areas being treated with Altreno unless your doctor tells you to.
5. What are the side effects of Altreno?
Get emergency medical help if the patient has signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat while using Altreno.
When using Altreno , call your doctor immediately if you have:
Burning, stinging or severe irritation of the treated skin; Severe dry skin; Severe redness, swelling, blistering, peeling, crusting on the skin. The skin may be more sensitive to extreme weather such as cold and wind when using Altreno. Other common side effects of Altreno tretinoin may include:
Skin pain, redness, burning, itching, irritation; Sore throat; Mild warmth or stinging at the site of application of Altreno; Changes in skin color are being treated.
6. What drugs are likely to affect Altreno?
Do not use topical medications containing benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid unless otherwise directed by your doctor as these products can cause severe skin irritation if taken with Altreno. Altreno tretinoin topical is not usually likely to be affected by other medicines you take. However, talk to your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbs. Altreno is a topical acne medication containing topical tretinoin (TRET-in-oin). It is used to treat acne, smooth rough facial skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improve mottled skin discoloration.
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