Vitanol-A is an ointment that contains tretinoin in its composition, indicated for the treatment of expression lines, spots on the skin of the face or rough skin caused by skin aging due to the sun, as it has anti-inflammatory action and reduces flaking. of the skin, in addition to increasing hydration and reducing blemishes.
Furthermore, this ointment is also indicated for the treatment of mild or grade I acne, with the presence of blackheads or pimples with pus, for example.
Vitanol-A ointment can be purchased in pharmacies or drugstores, with a prescription, in the form of a cream in different doses, such as Vitanol-A cream 0.025%, 0.05% or 0.1%, and must be used as indicated and dermatologist guidance.
What is it for
Vitanol-A ointment is indicated for the treatment of:
- Expression lines;
- Spots on the skin;
- Rough facial skin;
- Mild or grade I acne.
This ointment is only indicated for topical use in adults and should only be used under the advice of a dermatologist.
How to use
Vitanol-A ointment should be used on clean, dry facial skin, applied at night, preferably before bed.
A thin layer of product should be applied, massaging lightly in circles to facilitate absorption. In the morning, it is recommended to gently wash the areas where the medicine was applied, then drying with a clean, dry towel, without rubbing.
During treatment with Vitanol-A ointment, prolonged exposure to the sun should be avoided, and it is recommended to use sunscreen during the day, even on cloudy days, to avoid sunburn, as the skin becomes more sensitive to the sun during treatment. .
The duration of treatment with Vitanol-A must be guided by the dermatologist.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects that may occur during treatment with Vitanol-A include itching, dryness, burning, increased skin sensitivity, or a stinging sensation on the skin.
Furthermore, during the first few weeks of treatment, Vitanol-A ointment may cause redness or peeling of the skin.
Who shouldn’t use
Vitanol-A ointment should not be used by children or people with sensitive, inflamed, burned skin, cuts or wounds, skin problems such as eczema or psoriasis.
As it contains tretinoin in its composition, Vitanol-A ointment is contraindicated in cases of suspected or confirmed pregnancy, as it can cause serious defects in the baby. Furthermore, it should also not be used during breastfeeding, as it can pass to the baby through breast milk.
Furthermore, Vitanol-A should not be used by people allergic to tretinoin or any other component of the formula.
Bibliography
- BALDWIN, HE; et al. 40 years of topical tretinoin use in review. J Drugs Dermatol. 12. 6; 638-42, 2013
- VERALDI, S.; et al. Are topical retinoids teratogenic?. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 151. 6; 700-705, 2016
- GSK. Vitanol® cream – Leaflet text template – Healthcare professional/Patient. 2019. Available at: <https://br.gsk.com/media/6224/l1269_vitanol-a_crem_gds05_ipi01.pdf>. Accessed on Aug 17, 2021
