Renova and its UsesGeneric Renova is a naturally occurring form of vitamin A. Renova is applied to the skin to treat mild to moderate acne or to treat the effects of aging on the face, such as fine lines, wrinkles, or "age spots". Renova is an additional therapy for persons who do not achieve satisfactory results using a sunscreen, protective clothing and moisturizers alone.
Generic Renova is an anti-aging cream that contains the active ingredient retinoic acid. Retinoic acid has been sold under the brand name Retin-A. Retin-A is used for the treatment of acne. The Food and Drug Administration has now approved the use of retinoic acid sold under the name Renova for the treatment of sun damaged skin.
|| Top || Working Mechanism of RenovaAlthough the exact mode of action of Generic Renova is unknown, current evidence suggests that the effectiveness of Renova in acne is due primarily to its ability to modify abnormal follicular keratinization.
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Renova dose
Missed Dose of Renova
Apply the missed dose of Renova as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose of Renova.
Excess Dose of Renova
There are no symptoms regarding the excess dose of Renova.
Conditions for Storage of Renova
Store Renova at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Potencies of Renova
Renova CreamRenova 0.025%- 20 gm, Renova 0.05%- 20 gm.
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Food and Drug Interactions with Renova
- Generic Renova reduces the effectiveness of the mini-pill and possibly the combined-oral pill contraceptives.
- Generic Renova must not be given with any medicine of the tetracycline class of antibiotics as there is an increased risk of raised pressure in the brain.
- As Renova is a type of vitamin A it must not be given with any other medcine containing vitamin A as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.
|| Top || Contraindications with Renova
Generic Renova is contraindicated in allergy to any ingredients in this medicine or other medicines of the retinoid group.
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Precautions with Renova
Generic Renova should be used with caution in decreased kidney function and decreased liver function.
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Adverse effects with Renova
The adverse effects associated with Renova include
- Rash
- Disturbances of the gut such as diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain
- Liver problems
- Decreased kidney function
- Bone pain
- Skin irritation
- Retinoic acid syndrome
- Disorders of the nervous system such as headache, fever, shivering, numbness, depression, insomnia, and tiredness
- Problems with hearing and sight
- Problems with breathing
- Heart problems such as irregular heart beats and fluid retention
- Dryness of the mucous membranes, eg lips, eyes, nose (causing nosebleeds) and throat (causing hoarseness)
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