Medications and Drugs

GENERIC NAME: TRETINOIN/MEQUINOL - TOPICAL (tret-ih-NO-in/MEK-win-all)

BRAND NAME(S): Solage

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used to treat brown "age" or "liver" spots (solar lentigines).

HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist. If you have any questions regarding the information, ask your doctor or pharmacist. For external use only. Apply this medication to the affected areas of skin using the applicator tip, usually twice daily at least 8 hours apart, or as directed by your doctor. Temporary lightening of the skin surrounding the treated area (halo hypopigmentation) may occur. Avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use more than prescribed, apply more often or use for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not clear faster, but risk of side effects may be increased. Do not shower or bathe the treated skin for at least 6 hours after applying this medication. Cosmetics may be applied 30 minutes after applying this drug.

SIDE EFFECTS: Temporary stinging, burning, irritation, peeling, redness, itching, or dry skin may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: vitiligo, eczema, any allergies. This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths or sunlamps. Wear protective clothing when outdoors. This medication must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.