Treclin contains tretinoin and an antibiotic known as Clindamycin. It limits the growth of bacteria associated with acne and the inflammation caused by these bacteria. Tretinoin normalizes the growth of superficial skin cells and causes normal shedding of the cells that clog the hair follicles in areas with acne. This prevents the build-up of sebum and the formation of early acne lesions (blackheads and whiteheads).
Treclin Gel is used to treat acne (spots) in young people who are going through or have gone through puberty and in adults.
Treclin helps to:
Tretinoin is a vitamin A derivative that belongs to a class of medicines known as retinoids. Tretinoin was patented in 1957 and approved for medical use in 1962. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most important medications needed in a basic health system. Tretinoin is an effective treatment for acne and has also been licensed for the treatment of fine wrinkles from sun-aged skin. It works to treat acne by helping the skin so that blocked pores are less likely. This helps to prevent spots.
Retin-A is a brand name version of a tretinoin gel manufactured by Janssen. This product is no longer available in Europe. Treclin contains the same active ingredient Tretinoin as well as the antibiotic Clindamycin.
These effects can occur on the area of skin where you use the gel. If they cause you a problem, try using Isotrex less often, or stop using it for a few days until the irritation goes away, then start again. Stop using Isotrex if the irritation does not go away:
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment. View patient information leaflet.
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