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Renova Safety
Possible Side effects
You may experience mild
redness or stinging, itching, burning, skin
scaling, peeling and dry skin the first several
weeks as your body adjusts to Renova. If any of
these effects continue or become severe,
discontinue use and notify your doctor.
Precautions
Before taking this
medication tell your doctor if you have any
pre-existing skin disorders or if you have any
allergies. This medication increases your
sensitivity to the sun. Limit sun exposure and
avoid sun lamps. Use a sunscreen and wear
protective clothing when outdoors. This medication
should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with
your doctor. It is unknown if this drug is
excreted into breast milk. Consult with your
doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug interactions
Tell your doctor of
any nonprescription or prescription medication you
may take including isotretinoin, amiodarone,
tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, sulfa-drugs
or phenothiazines as they increase skin
sensitivity to the sun. Also, inform your doctor
if you are taking minoxidil or any skin
medications, soaps, cleansers, cosmetics,
astringents or other facial products that may be
drying or irritating (e.g., alcohol-containing
facial products). Benzoyl peroxide should not be
applied at the same time as this medication.
Notes
This medication is not a
cosmetic. It is to be used in conjunction with a
comprehensive skin care and sun avoidance program.
Miss dose
If you miss a dose of
Renova, apply it as soon as remembered; do not use
it if it is near the time for the next dose,
instead, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
amount used to catch up.
Storage
Store this medication at room temperature
between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 25 degrees C). Do not freeze.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
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