Tazoskin0.10%
Cream
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | UNSAFE Tazoskin is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful eff... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Tazoskin is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Tazoskin is a medicine used in the treatment of psoriasis. It works by stopping the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells. Use it only on the affected... View More
Uses of Tazoskin
- Psoriasis
- Acne
Side effects of Tazoskin
- Dry skin
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Itching
- Skin burn
- Skin irritation
- Skin peeling
How to use Tazoskin
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Tazoskin works
Tazoskin is a form of vitamin A. It works by slowing down the rapid growth of skin cells, and blocks certain substances which cause inflammation (rednes... View More
- Tazoskin should be applied as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Wash your hands properly before and after applying the medicine.
- Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.... View More
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Indication
Acne, Stable plaque psoriasis, Photo aging
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Acne, Stable plaque psoriasis Apply a thin layer to cleansed dry affected area, once daily in the evening. Photoaging Adult: App... View More
Child Dose
<12 years: Safety and efficacy not established >12 years: Apply to affected area once daily in the evening.
Contraindication
Pregnancy, lactation. Eczema. Sunburnt conditions. Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Tazarotene is a synthetic acetylenic retinoid, that is applied topically. It is de-esterified in the skin to its active form, tazarotenic acid, which af... View More
Precaution
Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, mucous membranes. Abraded skin. Avoid exposure to sun or UV light. Do not use >10% of BSA. Do not use cream with occlusi... View More
Side Effect
>10% Desquamation,Erythema,Burning/stinging,Dry skin 1-10% Skin irritation (1% -22%),Skin pain,Pruritis,Irritant or contact dermatitis,Stinging,Acn... View More
Interaction
Increased drying effect effect with concomitant use of dermatologic medications and cosmetics that have irritant or strong drying effect. Increased risk... View More
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