What is Retin-A?
Acne is a very common skin condition that develops when oil and skin cells clog hair follicles. Sometimes bacteria can infect the follicles. This results in large, inflamed bumps called cystic acne. Acne can occur anywhere on the body.
There are many different topical prescription products on the market for treating cystic acne. One of the most popularly prescribed is a drug derived from vitamin A called retin-A. The generic name for retin-A is tretinoin.
Tretinoin falls under a class of medications called retinoids. Retinoids are derived from vitamin A. They can make skin cells grow and function more effectively.
Retinoids have been used to treat:
acne
psoriasis
skin aging
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