Avage?
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Avage?;Tazorac?
Brand Names: Canada:
Tazorac?
Uses
- It is used to treat pimples (acne).
- It is used to treat psoriasis.
- It is used to lower the number of wrinkles and liver spots.
- Tazarotene raises cell turnover and lets the top layer of skin peel off.
Dosing
How to take
- If you are a woman of childbearing age, take a pregnancy test before starting this drug.
- Do not take this drug by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
- Put on at bedtime.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well.
- Put a thin layer on the affected skin and rub in gently.
- Practice good skin care and avoid the sun.
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