Retinoic ointment 0.1% 15 g

Pharmacotherapeutic group:

Tissue regeneration stimulator.

ATC code: [D10AD04]

Pharmacological action

Isotretinoin is one of the biologically active forms of vitamin A.

It inhibits terminal differentiation of sebocytes and hyperproliferation of epithelium of sebaceous gland exit ducts, normalizes the composition of their secretion and facilitates its evacuation.

This decreases sebum production and reduces the inflammatory reaction around the glands. The ointment has an antiseborrheic, anti-inflammatory and keratolytic effect and enhances the regeneration processes in the skin.

Indications

Common acne (vulgaris), Dermatitis, Skin lesions Common acne, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, perioral dermatitis.

Active ingredient

Isotretinoin

Composition

Active ingredient:

Isotretinoin 0.1 g.

Auxiliary substances:

butylhydroxytoluene – 0.05 g,

butyl hydroxyanisole – 0,025 g,

emulsion wax – 8,0 g,

Vaseline oil – 8,0 g,

Glycerol (glycerin) – 10,0 g,

Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) 95% – 10,0 g,

Purified water up to 100 g.

Interaction

The ointment should not be administered to patients receiving other drugs from the retinoid group in order to reduce the risk of hypervitaminosis A.

Directions for use

The ointment is applied thinly to the affected areas of the skin twice a day.

Special Instructions

It is not recommended to apply the ointment to the skin around the eyes or if there is severe acute inflammation.

Do not apply to the mucous membranes.

At all times during treatment, sun exposure should be avoided, sunscreen should be used if necessary, preventive and curative use of UV rays and solarium usage is not recommended.

The drug does not affect the ability to drive and perform work requiring increased concentration.

Contraindications

Use with caution in chronic liver disease, kidney disease, chronic pancreatitis, decompensation of cardiac activity.

Side effects

In the second week of treatment, there may be an exacerbation reaction – the appearance of new rashes, itching, redness and peeling of the skin. In case of sharply pronounced reaction, it is recommended to stop treatment for a few days until it subsides.

Similarities

Acnecutane, Roaccutane, Retasol, Sotret