tretinoin/mequinol - topical, Solage

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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 Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using this product and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult 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.

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