Contraindication/Precautions

Contraindicated in:

• Hypersensitivity to retinoids or parabens

• Concurrent use of alcohol, in any form

• Patients taking methotrexate or a tetracycline

• Chronically elevated blood lipids

• Severe hepatic or renal impairment

• OB: Lactation: Pedi: Safety not established

Use Cautiously in:
Concurrent phototherapy (intensity of treatment may need to be altered)

Exercise Extreme Caution in:
Women of childbearing age

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