Tazret Gel

Tazret Gel

Tazret Gel helps to speed up the process of skin renewal as it is a compound formed from Vitamin A. It helps to heal the surface of the skin and help in the overall improvement of the texture of the skin. The drug is also helpful in treating reducing the appearance of wrinkles, crow’s feet and smile lines on the face. It reduces benign facial growths, helps to lighten dark patches and decrease white patches on the skin that causes discolouration.

The drug can be administered to teenagers above 16 years of age. It can also help to treat acne problems, scarring and spotting in adolescents. The drug is known to be effective in case of plaque psoriasis of the skin.

Drug =Tazarotene

Strength = 0.05%

Manufacturer =Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

How To Take

Tazret Gel medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Dosage

Tazret Forte Cream

Tazret Forte Cream

Tazret Gel

Side Effects

Burning or stinging sensation at application site

Skin Rash

Itching, redness or irritation at application site

Dry skin

Warning

Pregnancy = Tazret Gel is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding = Tazret Gel is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Exposure to sunlight = Patients are advised to avoid excessive exposure to sunlight (natural and artificial both) during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate precautionary measures should be taken while stepping outside at daytime.

Use in children = Tazret Gel is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Contraception = Female patients of child-bearing potential should always use at least 2 methods of reliable birth control to avoid pregnancy during treatment with this medicine. Contraception must begin at least 2 weeks prior to beginning therapy and continue for at least 2 weeks after discontinuation of therapy.

Photosensitizers = Usage of Tazret Gel is not recommended for use in patients who are taking medicines such as tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, etc. which are known to be photosensitizers due to the increased risk of photosensitivity.

Uses

Tazret Gel is used to treat psoriasis or acne. Tazret Gel is a retinoid product related to Vitamin A. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells.