Tazret 0.05% Tube Of 20gm Gel

Tazret Gel is a medication used to treat psoriasis and acne. It works by preventing the overgrowth and thickening of skin cells. Apply the cream only to the affected areas, avoiding healthy skin.

Tazret Gel is for external use only. Always use it exactly as your doctor has instructed you. Make sure the affected area is clean and dry before application.

Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using the cream. For optimal results, use this medication as directed. Do not apply more than necessary, as using excess will not speed up your recovery and may increase the risk of side effects.

If your condition persists for more than four weeks or worsens at any time, inform your doctor. To enhance the effectiveness of the treatment, keep the affected areas clean. Common side effects include itching, redness, irritation, dry skin, burning sensations, and peeling at the application site.

Most of these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own. If side effects persist for an extended period, consult your doctor. Avoid direct contact with your eyes.

If the cream accidentally gets into your eyes, wash them with water immediately and seek medical attention. Additionally, limit sun exposure to the treated areas by covering them with clothing or applying sunscreen before going outside. Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as it may pose risks of birth defects.

Dosage

Overdose

As Tazret Gel is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed to apply Tazret Gel, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over apply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Tazarotene in Tazret Gel acts by decreasing the inflammation of the skin cells and slowing down the skin cell overgrowth, thus treating psoriasis.

Directions for Use

• Use this medicine as directed by your doctor.
• For external use only, apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
• In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Tazret Gel during pregnancy?

Tazret Gel should not be used by pregnant women as may cause harm to an unborn baby. Use appropriate birth control measures while on this medicine. Talk to your doctor, if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Tazret Gel while breastfeeding?

There is limited information available about the effect of Tazret Gel on breastfeeding and breastmilk. It is advised to avoid applying for this medicine while breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Tazret Gel?

As Tazret Gel is to be applied topically, it is less likely to affect driving or operating machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Tazret Gel?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Tazret Gel. But alcohol may slow down the treatment and healing process. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience any skin reaction immediately after applying Tazret Gel.
• You accidentally apply this gel to normal skin, which may cause skin irritation.
• Avoid direct exposure to sunlight when on this medicine, as it may cause photosensitivity.
• Apply sunscreen and wear full covered clothes while going out in sun.
• You are on medicine such as thiazides, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, phenothiazines, sulfonamides, etc as they may increase the risk of photosensitivity.
• You are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid contact with this gel with eyes, eyelids or mouth. Tazret Gel should not be used for children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to tazarotene or any other ingredient of Tazret Gel.
• If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding women.

Side effects

• Itching
• Burning
• Skin redness
• Irritation

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Since Tazret Gel is to be used externally on the skin it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.

Storage and disposal

• Store at or below 25°C.
• Keep it away from children and pets.
• Do not freeze.
• Recap tightly after each use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I apply Tazret Gel in an excess amount for fast healing?

No, if you use Tazret Gel more often than recommended or on large areas of the body, it causes you to develop severe side effects or allergic reactions such as skin peeling, irritation, burning, etc

Can Tazret Gel be used by children?

Tazret Gel should not be used by children who are below the age of 18 years.