* TAZAROTENE
Tazorac Drug Information
Tazorac is a topical preparation that is indicated in treating mainly plaque psoriasis. This medication is ideally treats psoriasis cases with not more than twenty percent surface involvement. This generic drug is also used to treat mild and moderate acne that occurs on the face. This topical formulation may not be very effective in treating severe acne or acne that has failed to respond adequately to other medication. The topical preparation contains only a pro-drug of the active metabolite that later gets converted once administered (topically).
Tazorac Dosage Information
Tazarotene meant for topical use and is available in two forms- cream and gel. The recommended dosage for psoriasis is 0.05% and that for acne is 0.1%. This medication is to be applied onto the affected area once a day. Care must be taken to ensure that the intended area of application is dry while applying the medication. Also, unaffected areas of the skin must not come in contact with the medication as such areas may be more vulnerable to irritation. North Meds is a leading pharmacy dealing with cheap Tazorac cream and gel and other drugs. Great discount Tazorac0.1% and 0.05% can be ordered from North Meds.
Side Effects and Precautions for Tazorac
Tazarotene is meant for external topical use only and not systemic use. Therefore, the most commonly observed side effects tend to be skin associated. These include itching, redness, rash and inflammation. Occasionally, desquamation and fissuring of a region of the skin may also be noted. Those patients using other skin medication are advised to wait for a while after application of Tazorac. Pregnant women must refrain from this medication as it may cause harm to a developing fetus. Also, this medication can cause severe irritation when applied to regions of skin affected by eczema. Patients who have suffered sunburns must not buy Tazorac and use it until they have recovered fully.
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