Tretinoin cream is a topical medication used to treat acne and improve the appearance of the skin. It contains the active ingredient tretinoin, which is a retinoid. The cream is available in various strengths, including 0.1%, 0.05%, and 0.025%. The ingredients and materials in tretinoin cream may vary depending on the specific product. Here are some details about the ingredients and materials found in different tretinoin cream formulations:
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Tretinoin Gel (Microsphere):
- Active ingredient: tretinoin
- Inactive ingredients: benzyl alcohol, butylated stearic acid, isopropyl myristate, polyoxyl 40 stearate, stearyl alcohol, xanthan gum, sorbic acid, butylated hydroxytoluene, and purified water.
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Complex A Tretinoin Cream:
- Active ingredient: tretinoin
- Inactive ingredients: light mineral oil, sorbitol solution, hydroxyoctacosanyl hydroxystearate, methoxy PEG-22/dodecyl glycol copolymer, PEG-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol, dimethicone 50 cs, methylparaben, edetate disodium, propylparaben, butylated hydroxytoluene, citric acid monohydrate, and purified water.
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Tretinoin Cream, USP (Emollient) 0.05%:
- Active ingredient: tretinoin
- Inactive ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene, citric acid monohydrate, dimethicone 50 cs, edetate disodium, fragrance, hydroxyoctacosanyl hydroxystearate, light mineral oil, methoxy PEG-22/dodecyl glycol copolymer, methylparaben, PEG-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, purified water, quaternium-15, stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol, and sorbitol solution.
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Tretinoin Cream:
- Active ingredient: tretinoin
- Inactive ingredients: stearic acid, isopropyl myristate, polyoxyl 40 stearate, stearyl alcohol, xanthan gum, sorbic acid, butylated hydroxytoluene, and purified water.
Tretinoin cream is generally well-tolerated, but it may cause some side effects, such as skin dryness, redness, and peeling. It is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor or pharmacist when using this medication. If you have any questions or concerns about tretinoin cream, consult your healthcare provider.
