Avita

Avita Tretinoin-Topical Avita is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the formation of pimples and promotes quick healing of pimples that do develop.

ALTERNATE NAMES Retin-A, Tretinoin

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avita Retin-A, Tretinoin Uses Avita is used in the treatment of acne. It reduces the formation of pimples and promotes quick healing of pimples that do develop. Storage Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Gel preparations are flammable. Do not expose to heat or fire sources. Do not smoke during use. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Avita may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include excessive redness, peeling, and discomfort. Photos Avita Avita Gel Drug Information Avita Gel Avita Cream(Cream 0.025 %) [1 of 26] How To Use Patient instructions are available with the product. Read them carefully before using. Apply a thin layer to affected area at bedtime. Use a gauze pad or cotton swab to apply the liquid. Wash hands immediately after use. Using Avita more frequently or in excessive amounts does not improve the results, but may increase side effects. Avoid applying near the eyes, mouth, or open cuts since Avita can irritate sensitive skin. Even though acne may appear to worsen when the medication is first used, continue therapy. It may take three to six weeks before the full benefits of Avita are seen. Side Effects Immediately after applying, the skin may feel warm or mild stinging or redness may occur. Some peeling of the skin may occur. These effects should subside as your skin adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Avita may also increase sun sensitivity. Notify your doctor if you experience: blistering, crusting, redness, severe burning or swelling of the skin. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Avita can increase sensitivity to sunlight, wind and cold. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and use an effective sunscreen. Use mild soap when washing your face. Do not wash face excessively. Abrasive soaps, cleansers, medicated creams or lotions can increase skin irritation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about their use. Use other acne preparations with caution while using Avita. Avita is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more details. It is not known if Avita passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 34 Time Taken: 1 months Reason: acne Date: 14 February 2006 Side Effects little bit of peeling Additional Thoughts I love this stuff! After only 1 month my face better than it has ever been. It has really helped get rid of the blackheads and cloged pores. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 36 Time Taken: 1 years Reason: acne Date: 29 March 2007 Side Effects mild redness, but went away after using for a couple of weeks. peeling. Additional Thoughts I love avita, it makes my skin smooth and less oily. It helps with my cystic acne and I think wrinkles too. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 34 Time Taken: 1 years Reason: Acne Date: 19 June 2007 Side Effects Acne worsened for the first few weeks of treatment; also, before finding a decent moisturizer, skin was dry and flaky. Additional Thoughts Had horrible acne as a teenager and as an adult. Got so sick of it I finally went to my doctor and she prescribed Avita. My skin is clear now, with only the occasional blemish. Been on it a year now and haven't looked back since.

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