What is Tazret gel used for?

Tazret Gel is a topical medicine used for the treatment of acne and plaque psoriasis (red, itchy, and scaly patches on your skin) in adults.

This medicine works by slowing down the excessive production of skin cells. Tazret Gel may cause some side effects like itching, burning sensation, redness, dryness, skin discolouration, and peeling.

Inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or become severe. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Tazret Gel is meant for external use only. Wash and dry the affected area and apply a thin layer of this medicine. Do not apply more than the required quantity.

Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, and mouth. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.

Do not cover the affected area with bandages or other dressing unless instructed by your doctor to do so. Inform your doctor if the symptoms do not improve within four weeks of using this medicine. Tazret Gel is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions or using any other medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

How To Use? Use Tazarotene gel, strictly according to your doctor's direction or according to the instructions on the medication label.

A pea-sized amount of cream/cream enough to apply to the whole affected area is generally advised. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so.

Also, do not use this medication after the prescribed period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer to the instructions in them for detailed information on that medication. Wash and pat dry the affected area completely. Gently rub in the medicine into the skin until it is evenly distributed. Wash off the medicine from the hands.

Do not wrap or cover or bandage the area. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Apply it religiously once in a day in the morning and evening so as the acne scars heal faster.

Proper care of the infected area is necessary. Time to time application of the gel will prove beneficial and will speed up the healing procedure.

Use this medicine as long as the doctor tells you to take. Use the medication exactly as directed. Never use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tazret Gel

• Burning or stinging sensation at application site
• Skin Rash
• Itching, redness or irritation at application site
• Dry skin
• Peeling of skin

Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice itching, redness, rashes, irritation, numbness, peeling off, stinging of the skin, scaling of the skin, pain in the skin, photosensitivity, bleeding, peripheral edema, or crusting of the skin.

Dryness and cracking of the skin if applied around eyes or nose, minor redness or burning sensation at the site of application are other commonly reported side effects of Tazarotene. When not to use?

Allergy

Tazret Gel is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, swelling/itching (especially of the face/lips throat), breathing difficulty, etc.

Pregnancy Tazret Gel is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy as it may cause harm to the developing foetus. Precautions Do not use this Tazret 0.5% gel if you are allergic to this drug or any of the other ingredients present in this medicine.

If you have a wound on the skin due to sunburn, windburn, dryness, chapping, or irritation, or on an open wound, do not apply.

In case you have any kind of other skin conditions or history of eczema, sunburn and sun sensitivity, please consult the risk and benefits of using Tazret gel with your dermatologist.

Tell your doctor if you have blood pressure or kidney problems, or serious liver problem. One should not exceed the dose prescribed by the doctor. Avoid sunlight or artificial UV light exposure.

Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing to cover the treated areas while venturing out in sun.

Do not use this medicine on a cracked, injured or irritated skin. If the medicine gets accidentally into eyes, then wash your eyes thoroughly with water.

Do not use the medicine after the date of expiry. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Certain other drugs can interact with Tretinoin and increase the risk of serious problems. So, it is necessary to consult your doctor about the drug you may have been using.

He is the one who will inform you about whether you need to continue the drug or not. Do not use Fluoroquinolones such as ciprofloxacin, Hydrochlorothiazide, Sulfamethoxazole, or Vitamins, etc.

Ask your doctor to get the full list of the drugs needed to be avoided while taking the drug as they may interfere with it and may cause adverse effects.