Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel

Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel is a prescription tretinoin gel used on the skin to treat acne. Each tube contains tretinoin 0.04%, a retinoid medicine that helps unclog pores and reduce pimples. This gel is typically used on the face or other acne-prone areas as directed by a clinician. Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel is made for people who need a lower-strength tretinoin option than Retino A Micro 0.1% Gel.

How it works: Tretinoin speeds up skin cell turnover, which helps keep pores from getting blocked with oil and dead skin. In gel form, Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel is applied directly to acne-prone skin so the medicine can work locally where breakouts form.

Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel is the lower of the two strengths listed, so it may be a better fit for people whose skin is sensitive or who are just starting tretinoin treatment. Compared with Retino A Micro 0.1% Gel, this 0.04% gel is generally chosen to reduce irritation while still treating acne effectively. A doctor may prefer this strength when gradual adjustment is important.

• Treatment of acne vulgaris
• Helps unclog blocked pores
• Reduces blackheads and whiteheads
• Helps prevent new acne lesions
• May improve skin texture over time

• Use Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel only on the skin; do not swallow it.
• Apply a thin layer once daily at night unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Wash your face gently, pat dry, and wait for skin to dry before applying the gel.
• Use a pea-sized amount for the face and spread it evenly over acne-prone areas.
• Avoid the eyes, lips, corners of the nose, and broken or sunburned skin.
• Wash your hands after applying unless you are treating your hands.

Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel provides tretinoin 0.04% in each tube, so it is a prescription-strength topical acne treatment rather than a low-dose over-the-counter product. It is usually applied once daily at bedtime, but your doctor may adjust how often you use it based on your skin’s response and irritation level. There is no tablet-style maximum daily dose, but only a thin film should be used, and your prescriber should guide the exact amount and schedule for this strength.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Tretinoin may include:

• Skin dryness
• Peeling or flaking
• Redness
• Stinging or burning after application
• Itching
• Mild irritation, which can be more noticeable during the first weeks

• For external use only; do not use in the eyes, mouth, or on mucous membranes.
• Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel can make skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen and limit tanning or prolonged sun exposure.
• Do not apply to windburned, eczematous, or sunburned skin unless your doctor says it is okay.
• Avoid harsh scrubs, alcohol-based astringents, or irritating acne products unless approved by your clinician.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding before using tretinoin.
• This lower 0.04% strength may be better tolerated than Retino A Micro 0.1% Gel, but irritation can still happen.
• If your skin becomes very irritated, your doctor may tell you to use it less often or stop temporarily.

• Other topical retinoids
• Benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid products, which may increase irritation when layered
• Products with alcohol, resorcinol, sulfur, or abrasive exfoliants
• Waxing, chemical peels, or laser treatments on treated skin

Store Retino A Micro 0.04% Gel at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from heat and direct light.