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Solage Topical Solution |
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1 Solage Topical Solution 30ml/.01% |
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Males
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2 Solage Topical Solution 30ml/.01% |
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3 Solage Topical Solution 30ml/.01% |
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The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using Solage Topical Solution drug.
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Solage Topical Solution Use Indication:
It is very important that you use Solage
Topical Solution medicine only as directed. Do not use more of it,
do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your
doctor ordered. To do so may cause irritation of the skin.
Do not apply Solage Topical Solution medicine to windburned or
sunburned skin or on open wounds.
Do not use Solage Topical Solution medicine in or around the eyes or
lips, or inside of the nose. Spread the medicine away from these
areas when applying. If the medicine accidentally gets on these areas,
wash with water at once.
Solage Topical Solution medicine usually comes with patient directions.
Read them carefully before using the medicine.
To use Solage Topical Solution medicine:
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Using the applicator tip, apply enough mequinol and tretinoin solution
to cover the affected areas. Apply only enough medicine to make the
lesion appear moist. Avoid areas of normally colored skin.
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You should not shower or bathe for at least 6 hours after applying the
medicine.
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Cosmetics may be applied 30 minutes after application of the medicine
Solage Topical
Solution Medication Side Effects:
In some animal studies, mequinol and tretinoin has
been shown to cause skin tumors to develop faster when the treated area
is exposed to ultraviolet light (sunlight or artificial sunlight from a
sunlamp). Other studies have not shown the same result and more studies
need to be done. It is not known if Solage Topical Solution -mequinol
and tretinoin topical solution causes skin tumors to develop faster in
humans.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted
effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do
occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following
Solage Topical Solution side effects occur:
Other Solage Topical Solution side effects may occur that
usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away
during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check
with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are
bothersome:
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More common
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Burning feeling, stinging, or tingling of skin (mild)—lasting for a
short time after first applying the medicine; itching (mild);
chapping or slight peeling of skin (mild); lightening of skin
around treated area; lightening of skin on treated area; redness
of skin (mild); skin irritation; unusually warm skin (mild)
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Less common
Precautions on using Solage Topical Solution Medication
You may
notice redness, stinging, burning or irritation when you first start
using Solage Topical Solution medicine. It may take up to 6 months
before you notice full beneficial effects, even if you use the medicine
every day. Check with your health care professional at any time skin
irritation becomes severe or if your age spots get darker in color.
Unless your doctor tells you
otherwise, it is especially important to avoid using the following
skin products on the same area as Solage Topical Solution- mequinol and
tretinoin topical solution:
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Hair products that are
irritating, such as permanents or hair removal products
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Skin products that cause
sensitivity to the sun, such as those containing spices or limes
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Skin products containing a
large amount of alcohol, such as astringents, shaving creams, or
after-shave lotions
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Skin products that are too
drying or abrasive, such as some cosmetics, soaps, or skin cleansers
Using these products along with
mequinol and tretinoin (Solage Topical Solution) may cause mild
to severe irritation of the skin. Check with your doctor before using
other topical medicines.
Avoid overexposing the
treated areas to sunlight, wind, or cold weather. The skin will be
more prone to sunburn, dryness, or irritation. Do not use a sunlamp.
Regularly use sunscreen or
sunblocking lotions with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15.
Also, wear protective clothing and hats, and apply creams, lotions, or
moisturizers often.
Check with your doctor any
time your skin becomes too dry and irritated. Your health care
professional can help you choose the right skin products for you to
reduce skin dryness and irritation and may include :
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Taking part in an ongoing
program to avoid further damage to your skin from the sun. The program
should stress staying out of the sun when possible and wearing proper
clothing or hats to protect your skin from sunlight.
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Regular use of oil-based creams
or lotions to help to reduce skin irritation or dryness caused by the
use of mequinol and tretinoin topical solution (Solage Topical
Solution).
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