Description

INTRODUCTION ABOUT SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL

SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL contains Tretinoin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Retinoids. It is used to manage acne. It can also be used to manage wrinkles, skin spots and rough skin. Acne is defined as a skin disease involving inflammation of the sebaceous follicles of the face and upper body, characterized by lesions on the face, back, upper chest and shoulders.

Before using SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL, inform your doctor if you have any sunburn, sun sensitivity or any other skin problems. SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL should be used in pregnancy only if specifically directed by your doctor. SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

The safety and effectiveness of SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL in children (aged less than 12 years) have not been established, so consult your doctor before using it. The most common side effect of using SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL is skin irritation like redness, burning, stinging, dryness and peeling. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.


USES OF SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL

  • It is used to manage acne, wrinkles, skin spots and rough skin.

HOW SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL WORKS

SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL works by modifying the abnormal cavity formation that comes from the excessive conversion of cytoplasm to keratin (a strong protein that is the main substance that forms hair, skin, etc.) of epithelial cells, promoting detachment of tough cells and enhancing shedding.


DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply SUPATRET 0.04% AQUEOUS GEL as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.