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Tretinoin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Vesanoid

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Category
  • Antineoplastic
Description

Tretinoin (TRET-i-noyn) belongs to the group of medicines known as retinoids (RET-i-noyds). It is used to treat a form of leukemia (acute promyelocytic leukemia [APL]).

Tretinoin has side effects that can be very serious. Be sure that you discuss with your doctor the good that this medicine can do as well as the risks of taking it.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form(s):

    Oral
  • Capsules (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S.—

  • Vesanoid

   

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Tretinoin: Before Using



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