Retin-A and Renova

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of Retin-A during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.

Do not use Renova or Avita during pregnancy or if there is a good chance that you will become pregnant.

It is not known whether the drug appears in breast milk. Use with caution when breastfeeding.

Recommended dosage

RETIN-A AND AVITA

Apply once a day in the evening.

You should begin to notice results after 2 to 3 weeks of treatment. More than 6 or 7 weeks of treatment are needed before consistent beneficial effects appear.

Once acne has responded satisfactorily, it may be possible to maintain the improvement with less frequent applications or other dosage forms. However, any change in formulation, drug concentration, or dose frequency should be closely monitored by your doctor to determine your tolerance and response.

RENOVA

Apply just enough to lightly cover the affected area once daily at bedtime. Do not apply more than the recommended amount; it will not improve results and may cause increased discomfort. You will see the most improvement during the first 24 weeks of therapy. After that, Renova will simply maintain the improvement. When therapy is stopped, the improvement will gradually diminish.

Overdosage

Applying Avita, Retin-A, or Renova excessively will not produce faster or better results, and marked redness, peeling, or discomfort could occur.