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Drug information on Tazret (Tazarotene) from Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Gracewell)

Tazret   Cream Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Gracewell) Generic : Tazarotene	140.50 0.10% 15gm

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

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Acne

Psoriasis

•  Skin: Itching, burning/stinging, redness, skin peeling, irritation, worsening of psoriasis, rash, dry skin, bleeding, localized swelling, high cholesterol levels, desquamation, contact dermatitis, discoloration of skin and photosensitivity.

Adult: Topical- As 0.05 or 0.1% cream/gel: Apply once in the evening.

It comes as a gel, and cream to apply topically.

Pregnancy, lactation, eczema, sunburn conditions, and hypersensitivity.

• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, mucous membranes, and abraded skin.

• Do not use cream with occlusive dressing. Wash your hands thoroughly after application.

• Do not use cream/gel in amounts more than instructed.

• Women with child bearing potential should take birth control measures.

• Negative pregnancy test to be obtained within 2 weeks prior to initiation of the therapy during normal menstrual period.

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Avoid exposure to sun or UV light. Do not use >10% of BSA.

Store it at room temperature (25 degrees C). Store it in an airtight container. Keep away from children and away from pets.