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What is Optimal 0.025 Topical Gel 30 g?
Optimal 0.025 Topical Gel 30 g is a topical skin product containing tretinoin at 0.025 percent, listed as 0.25 mg per gram. Tretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A. Use it only as your doctor directs. Please consult your doctor before use.
What is the active ingredient in Optimal 0.025?
The active ingredient in Optimal 0.025 is tretinoin USP, a vitamin A derivative, at 0.25 mg in each gram. The product listing does not name the other ingredients, so read the pack leaflet for the full composition. Please consult your doctor before use.
How is Optimal 0.025 tretinoin applied?
Optimal 0.025 is normally applied as a thin layer in the evening after washing and drying the area. The directions also say to use a sunscreen during the day and to follow your doctor's instructions. Please consult your doctor before use.
Which areas should Optimal tretinoin not touch?
Optimal tretinoin should not be applied to broken skin, and contact with the mouth, eyes and nose should be avoided, according to the directions. Apply only to the areas your doctor has advised. Please consult your doctor before use.
Is Optimal 0.025 suitable during pregnancy?
No. The Optimal 0.025 listing carries a caution against use during pregnancy. Anyone who is pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding should speak to a doctor before using this tretinoin product. Please consult your doctor before use.
Does Optimal 0.025 require sun protection during the day?
Yes. Optimal 0.025 directions advise using a sunscreen during the day while applying the tretinoin product in the evening. Ask your doctor or pharmacist which sun protection suits your skin. Please consult your doctor before use.
