Avita (tretinoin) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Avita (tretinoin)
Acne worsened for the first few weeks of treatment; also, before finding a decent moisturizer, skin was dry and flaky.
Had horrible acne as a teenager and as an adult. Got so sick of it I finally went to my doctor and she prescribed Avita. My skin is clear now, with only the occasional blemish. Been on it a year now and haven't looked back since.
mild redness, but went away after using for a couple of weeks. peeling.
I love avita, it makes my skin smooth and less oily. It helps with my cystic acne and I think wrinkles too.
I love this stuff! After only 1 month my face better than it has ever been. It has really helped get rid of the blackheads and cloged pores.
AVITA (TRETINOIN): This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Tretinoin belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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