Retin-A Cream
Tretinoin cream at 0.025% and 0.05%, applied for acne vulgaris and photoageing. It normalises keratinisation so microcomedones do not form.
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Photoageing
- Alternative names
- Obagi Tretinoin; Retrieve Cream; Retino-A; Tretinoin
- Therapeutic class
- Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Retinoid
- Known off-label uses
- ichthyosis
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tretinoin; eczema; rosacea; sunburn
- Minor side effects
- erythema; skin peeling; dry skin
- Moderate side effects
- photosensitivity reaction
- Serious side effects
- severe skin irritation, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- Bausch Health
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- continuous
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from direct sunlight.
- Drug interactions
- benzoyl peroxide; keratolytic agents
- Age restrictions
- Not for use in children.
Precautions and warnings
avoid exposure to sunlight; use of sunscreen recommended; avoid contact with mucous membranes
Patient summary
Tretinoin cream at 0.025% and 0.05%, applied for acne vulgaris and photoageing. It normalises keratinisation so microcomedones do not form.
Mechanism of action
Tretinoin acts by normalizing keratinization processes, preventing the formation of microcomedones, and increasing the rate of skin cell turnover to clear existing pores effectively.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated due to teratogenicity risk. Breastfeeding: Caution advised.
Retin-A Cream is a classic formulation of tretinoin, the primary treatment for acne vulgaris and photoageing. The same active ingredient also appears under brands like Obagi Tretinoin, Retrieve Cream, Retino-a, and Tretinoin. It comes in a tube at 0.025% and 0.05%. Retin-A is a Bausch Health brand.
Buying Retin-A Cream online
Choosing generic tretinoin provides a significantly more affordable option compared with the original brand. Such accessibility proves invaluable for people across Australia and individuals situated far from a well-stocked pharmacy, ensuring they can continue consistent treatment through reliable delivery.
FAQ
What conditions is Retin-A Cream used for?
Retin-A Cream contains tretinoin, used for acne vulgaris and photoageing. Tretinoin acts by normalising keratinisation processes, preventing the formation of microcomedones, and increasing the rate of skin cell turnover to clear existing pores effectively.
Is Retin-A Cream the original brand?
Yes, Retin-A Cream is the originator brand name, made by Bausch Health. VGR Australia uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (tretinoin) at the same dose, mostly a recognised branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How much does Retin-A Cream cost?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Retin-A Cream comes in 0.025 and 0.05% strengths, in packs of 3 to 15 tubes, and the price per tube for every option is shown above. Larger packs cost less per tube. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What other names is Retin-A Cream sold under?
Other brands of tretinoin include Obagi Tretinoin, Retrieve Cream, Retino-A and Tretinoin. On VGR Australia the same ingredient comes as Retin-A Gel.
How quickly does Retin-A Cream work?
Tretinoin usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Retin-A Cream cause?
The common side effects of tretinoin are erythema, skin peeling and dry skin. Less common ones include photosensitivity reaction. Serious but less common side effects include severe skin irritation, which needs urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Retin-A Cream?
Tretinoin can interact with benzoyl peroxide and keratolytic agents. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Retin-A Cream.
Can I buy Retin-A Cream online without a doctor's prescription?
Yes. You can buy tretinoin online at VGR Australia with no prescription to upload.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Retin-A Cream online for delivery in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners deliver to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Retin-A Cream is the originator brand name, made by Bausch Health. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Bausch Health and do not ship the original Retin-A Cream.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tretinoin) at the same dose, mostly recognised branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.