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This product requires a valid prescription
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RETIN-A MICRO is indicated for topical application in the treatment of acne vulgaris. RETIN-A MICRO is a topical prescription acne treatment that many doctors and dermatologists consider one of the most effective to treat acne. It can start clearing up skin in as little as two weeks, with full results after seven. It even helps prevent new breakouts. RETIN-A MICRO is the only acne medication with patented microspheres that contain tretinoin, the medicine prescribed #1 by dermatologists. An innovative acne treatment, RETIN-A MICRO helps clear up skin with low levels of skin irritation. RETIN-A MICRO is available from your doctor in two strengths, so ask which one is right for you. Microspheres are round microscopic particles made of synthetic polymer. These particles hold tretinoin in the Microsponge® system, and the medication is formulated into a gel. The microspheres hold the medication in reserve, allowing the skin to absorb small amounts of tretinoin over time. Dermatologists who conducted clinical studies believe this may be why most RETIN-A MICRO patients experience low levels of skin irritation. The microspheres remain on top of the skin and are easily washed off when you shower or wash your face. While both RETIN-A and RETIN- A MICRO contain the same active ingredient, only RETIN-A MICRO offers the benefits of tretinoin with the patented microsphere delivery system to provide low levels of irritation. RETIN-A MICRO is a water-based gel that can be applied immediately after you wash your face, unlike RETIN-A, which requires a 20 to 30 minute waiting period. RETIN-A MICRO also reduces the appearance of facial shine. Although its exact mode of action is unknown, tretinoin is thought to loosen and expel existing acne plugs under the skin and prevent new blemishes from forming. The microspheres, which release the medication in RETIN-A MICRO, remain on top of the skin and are easily washed off when you shower or wash your face. It is recommended that RETIN-A MICRO be applied once daily in the evening after washing your face. This product must also be used with caution in the sunlight. Daily sun protection is important because RETIN-A MICRO, like many other prescription acne treatments, may make your skin more susceptible to sunburn. Be sure to talk with your dermatologist about all of the skincare products you are using. Preparations that may dry or irritate skin should be avoided. If a reaction suggesting sensitivity or irritation occurs, consult a doctor. Talk to your doctor before using over-the-counter products containing benzoyl peroxide with RETIN-A MICRO. Tretinoin and benzoyl peroxide neutralize each other when applied at the same time. Unprotected exposure to sunlight, including sunlamps, should be minimized and patients with sunburn should be advised not to use the product until fully recovered. Wearing sunscreen is highly recommended. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using RETIN-A MICRO, contact your doctor right away. Discontinue use of the product if you are allergic to or appear to have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients. RETIN-A MICRO is an alcohol-free, water-based gel with microspheres. The microspheres have an opaque powder appearance and cause the gel to look more like a cream. Its yellow appearance is primarily a result of the active ingredient, tretinoin, which is a yellow crystalline powder.
Therapeutic results from RETIN-A MICRO may be noticed after two weeks, but up to seven weeks of therapy may be required before consistent beneficial effects are observed. While your skin adapts to acne therapy with RETIN-A MICRO, you may experience some mild or moderate irritation. There may be some discomfort or peeling during the early weeks of treatment. These side effects are not uncommon and should diminish in a few weeks. Do not stop using your medication. In the first few weeks you'll see RETIN-A MICRO working to loosen blackheads. It pushes them to the surface to get washed away. While this is going on, your skin may sting or burn a little. It may even peel and flake like a sunburn and appear redder. Side effects can happen, but they are usually temporary. In weeks 3 to 6 you may develop some new pimples. But you can handle it! This is a sure sign RETIN-A MICRO is doing its job. Under the skin, RETIN-A MICRO is loosening the stuff that causes breakouts and is pushing it onto your skin's surface to be washed away. Even though you may look worse for a while, hang in there. After 6 weeks you should start noticing a steady improvement in your skin. Just keep up the good work by sticking to your treatment. Between weeks 7 and 12 your skin will start looking even better. Your family and friends will probably notice the difference. You will too! You'll have fewer blemishes and breakouts, just smoother, clearer skin. When you see these visible signs of improvement, DON'T STOP TREATMENT. There's no cure for acne, only control. So continue your regular applications with RETIN-A MICRO until your doctor says otherwise. |
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