Description
Tretin 0.05% Cream (Tretinoin 0.05% w/w)
Quick ID table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Tretinoin 0.05% w/w (retinoic acid, vitamin A–derived) |
| Manufacturer / marketer | Hegde & Hegde Pharmaceutica LLP |
| Use | Topical, external use only |
| Return policy | Not returnable |
| Expiry | 09/01/2027 or later |
Product details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | Tretinoin 0.05% w/w |
| Form | Cream |
| Route | Topical |
| For | External use only |
About
Tretin 0.05% Cream is commonly used for acne and for improving the look of sun-damaged skin. Acne happens when pores become clogged with oil and dead skin, which can lead to pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Uses (organized)
| Use area | What it may help with |
|---|---|
| Acne care | Helps clear clogged pores and reduce blackheads and whiteheads |
| Texture and fine lines | Supports smoother-looking skin over time |
| Uneven tone | May help fade the look of dark spots, patchy discoloration, and sun-related marks |
| Large pores | Helps reduce the appearance of enlarged pores by keeping them clearer |
How it works
| Mechanism | What it does | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Normalizes skin cell turnover | Encourages more even shedding and renewal of skin cells | Helps prevent buildup that clogs pores |
| Comedolytic support | Keeps pores from getting “backed up” | Reduces blackheads/whiteheads over time |
| Skin surface remodeling (with consistent use) | Helps refine texture gradually | Smoother-looking skin, improved appearance of fine lines and uneven tone |
How to use
| Step | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Apply | Use only as directed by your clinician; apply to the skin as prescribed |
| Avoid | Eyes, inside nose or mouth, ears, and mucous membranes |
| If contact occurs | Rinse thoroughly with water |
| Do not overuse | Using more than prescribed will not speed results and can increase irritation |
Possible side effects
| Common | What it can feel/look like | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Irritation effects | Dryness, peeling, redness | Often improves as skin adjusts |
| Sensation effects | Burning, itching, stinging | Contact clinician if severe/persistent/worsening |
Precautions and warnings
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Allergies | Tell your clinician if you have allergies to tretinoin or other medicines |
| Pregnancy / breastfeeding | If pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy, ask your clinician before use |
| Sun sensitivity | Can increase sun sensitivity—limit sun exposure, use sunscreen (SPF), and wear protective clothing |
| Use caution if | Eczema, history of skin cancer, history of depression, or fish allergies—follow medical guidance closely |
Key ingredient
| Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| Tretinoin | 0.05% w/w |
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