What is A Ret Gel 0.1% and how it works to solve skin issues?

A Ret Gel 0.1% is an effective treatment for managing skin issues such as acne. It is classified in the segment of medicines known as retinoids. This topical gel is useful in cleaning the affected skin suffering from infection. In this way the regular use of this gel helps to reduce the symptoms of skin infection and relieves the irritating symptoms.

A Ret Gel 0.1% is contains retinoic acid which improves the pigmentation on the skin by reducing the melanin in the upper layer of dermis. Moreover, this topical gel increases the collagen level in the skin cells and thereby improves the wrinkles. 

How to use A Ret Gel 0.1%?

• Prior using this gel, the patient should properly wash the affected area. Before and after using A Ret gel make a habit to wash hands with cleaner or mild soap and water. And then dry the affected area with a cotton cloth.
• After that apply the gel gently on the affected area or you can use a cotton swab to apply the medication.
• Following the application, wash your hands. It will help to avoid mistakenly inserting any part of medicine in eyes, eyelids, mouth or nostrils.
• For effective result, it is recommended that patient should use this treatment as per prescription. The medicine may take 3-4 weeks to show full benefits.  

What should be done in case of missed dose and overdose?

Missed dose

In case some day you forget to apply A Ret Gel 0.1% due to any reason, there is nothing to worry. You can skip the missed dose and continue treatment with next schedule. However, missing multiple dosages may affect the end result expected from treatment. Try to follow daily schedule and never take extra dosage to cover up missed dose.

Overdose

Extra dose of any medication is not good for health. Patient should use only the recommended quantity of the medicine according to the prescription. In case of overuse patient may feel burning sensation on the skin. Consult your dermatologist to know further instructions.

Does this treatment may cause any kind of side effects?

Side effects normally don’t occur with A Ret Gel 0.1%. Depending on patients response to the medication and his/ her overall health few side effects might occur such as:

• redness
• irritation
• numbness
• itching
• formation of blister
• crusting of the skin
• peeling off
• scaling of the skin
• rashes
• stinging of the skin
• burning sensation on the affected area

You may not get any of these side effects and complete your treatment successfully. Tag along with your prescription and if you notice any abnormal signs, don’t hesitate to consult your doctor.

What are the drugs that should not be used along with A Ret Gel 0.1% treatment?

The following medications can possibly interact with A Ret Gel treatment:

• Lymecycline
• Demeclocycline
• Gemifloxacin
• Levofloxacin
• Methotrexate
• Bendroflumethiazide
• Chlorothiazide
• Chlorpromazine
• Hydrochlorothiazide
• Fleroxacin
• Chlorthalidone
• Ciprofloxacin
• Cyclopenthiazide
• Doxycycline
• Fluphenazine
• Indapamide
• Methyclothiazide 

This is not a complete list. Discuss all your current medication at the time of prescription to avoid possibilities of adverse reactions due to drug interaction. 

What are the safety instructions with this treatment that should be followed?

The treatment is contraindicated in following conditions:

• patient is allergic to any ingredient present in this medication
• patient is pregnant or breastfeeding a baby (take advice from your health care provider)
• skin is damaged or injured or any type of fungal infection is reported
• patient has above the normal white blood cell count due to any health condition
• caution is recommended if patient is suffering from urinary tract infection or ulcerative colitis

Other than the above for getting safe and meaningful treatment, it is recommended that medication should start only after consulting a doctor and all the prescription instructions should be followed during treatment.