Atralin

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  • Acne

Atralin Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Tretinoin 0.05%; gel; contains benzyl alcohol, parabens.

Pharmacological Class

Retinoid.

How Supplied

Gel—45g

Atralin Indications

Indications

Acne vulgaris.

Atralin Dosage and Administration

Adult

≥10yrs: Apply sparingly at bedtime to clean skin once daily; adjust amount and frequency as tolerated.

Children

<10yrs: not recommended.

Atralin Contraindications

Not Applicable

Atralin Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Atralin Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Not for use in eczema or sunburned skin. Avoid eyes, mouth, angles of nose, mucous membranes, sun, UV light. Increased irritation in weather extremes. Discontinue if sensitivity or irritation develops. Fish allergy. Pregnancy (Cat.C): not recommended. Nursing mothers.

Atralin Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Atralin Interactions

Interactions

Allow effects of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, salicylic acid, other topical acne agents to subside before applying. Avoid abrasives, astringents, drying agents, high-alcohol content topical products, spices, lime.

Atralin Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Dry skin, peeling/scaling/flaking skin, skin burning sensation, erythema, pruritus, pain of skin, sunburn.

Atralin Clinical Trials

See Literature

Atralin Note

Not Applicable

Atralin Patient Counseling

See Literature