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| Active substance | Tretinoin |
|---|---|
| Classification | Retinoids |
| Water Retention | None |
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk when used topically |
| Lab Test | Not typically required for monitoring |
| Also known as | Vitamin A acid, Retinoic acid |
| WAREHOUSE | International Warehouse 1 |
| Blood pressure | No direct effect |
| Trade name | Retin-A, Renova, among others |
| Storage conditions | Store at controlled room temperature, protect from light |
| Chemical name | all-trans retinoic acid |
| Formula | C20H28O2 |
| Substance class | Retinoid |
| Main action | Modulates gene expression to reduce skin inflammation and promote cell turnover |
| Half-life | 0.5 to 2 hours |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 0.02% to 0.1% creams or gels applied topically once daily at bedtime |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Accelerates the turnover of superficial skin cells, reduces the formation of acne, and can diminish fine wrinkles |
| Side effects | Skin irritation, redness, dryness, and increased sensitivity to sunlight |
| Use in sports | None |
| Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson |
