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Avita

Tretinoin

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5.7 Side Effects

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RateADrug users have reported 9 Avita side effects and 18 Avita benefits.

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Description | Uses & Side Effects | Warnings

The generic name of this medication is tretinoin topical and brand names are Altinac, Atralin, Avita, Renova, Retin A Micro Gel, Retin-A, Tretin-X.

The active ingredient of this medication is tretinoin.

It is primarily used in the treatment of acne.

Common Uses:

It is primarily used in the treatment of acne.

Off Label Uses:

None noted thus far.

Side Effects:
Difficulty breathing;
Dryness;
Hives;
Itching;
Less serious side effects may include burning;
Peeling;
Redness;
Stinging;
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat;
Swelling;
Tingling;
Warmth.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Eczema.

It is also not recommended in pregnant women; women planning on becoming pregnant; and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
Diuretic or water pill;
Tetracyclines (Sumycin, Panmycin, Robitet), minocycline (Minocin), doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin), demeclocycline (Declomycin), and others;
Antibiotics like ciprofloxacin (Cipro), ofloxacin (Floxin), and others;
Sulfa medications like Bactrim, Septra, Cotrim, and others; or
Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), prochlorperazine (Compazine), fluphenazine (Permitil, Prolixin), promethazine (Phenergan, Promethegan), perphenazine (Trilafon), and others.

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Avita, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Confidence	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Sleep	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Stress Level	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%

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Commonly Reported Avita Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Avita Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Change in Sex Drive	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Depression	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Liver Damage	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Mood Swings	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Muscle / Joint Pain	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%

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