Renova
Tretinoin cream at 0.025%, 0.05% and 0.1%, applied for acne vulgaris and photoageing. A vitamin A derivative that speeds skin cell turnover.
- Conditions
- Acne Vulgaris · Photoageing
- Alternative names
- Obagi Tretinoin; Retrieve Cream; Retino-A; Tretinoin
- Therapeutic class
- Retinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Retinoid
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to tretinoin; acute eczema; rosacea
- Minor side effects
- erythema; skin dryness; skin peeling
- Moderate side effects
- photosensitivity; burning sensation
- Serious side effects
- severe dermatitis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- iNova Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- continuous
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from extreme heat.
- Drug interactions
- Sulfur; Resorcinol; Salicylic acid
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
Precautions and warnings
avoid prolonged sun and UV exposure; use sunscreen during treatment; avoid application near eyes or mucous membranes
Patient summary
Tretinoin cream at 0.025%, 0.05% and 0.1%, applied for acne vulgaris and photoageing. A vitamin A derivative that speeds skin cell turnover.
Mechanism of action
Renova is a derivative of vitamin A. It targets skin cell turnover by stimulating collagen production and accelerating the shedding of damaged surface cells.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated; do not use if pregnant. Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional before use.
Renova is a well-known brand of Tretinoin, commonly used for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris and Photoageing. This active ingredient is also marketed under various other names including Obagi Tretinoin, Retrieve Cream, Retino-a, and Tretinoin. Manufactured by iNova Pharmaceuticals, this topical product is available in tube form with strengths of 0.025, 0.05, and 0.1%.
Buying Renova online
While branded options like Renova are well-regarded, generic Tretinoin, much of it made in India, is often more affordable than the original brand. This helps provide consistent access for both expats and people living far from a well stocked physical pharmacy.
What you will receive
Renova is the originator brand name, made by iNova Pharmaceuticals. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with iNova Pharmaceuticals and do not ship the original Renova.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tretinoin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.