Uses of Locacid

Locacid is a commonly used dermatological drug today. The main ingredient of the drug is Tretinoin, a "panacea" trusted by many women thanks to its great effects on the skin. So what are the uses, side effects and precautions when using Locacid?

Locacid is sold at Vinmec pharmacy, the drug contains the main active ingredient is Tretinoin, a derivative of vitamin A. For beauty believers, Tretinoin emerges as a "panacea" that can cure all skin problems. Tretinoin's mechanism of action is to accelerate the life cycle of the skin, promote the production of new cells, increase the elimination of old cells, and reduce the activity of the sebaceous glands.

Locacid is used topically to treat acne. The drug is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Locacid is used by topical application. The patient should wait until the skin is completely dry before applying the medicine. Locacid is usually applied once a day at night before going to bed or as directed by a dermatologist.

Patients using Locacid may experience some skin side effects such as dry erythema, pain often localized around the mouth and neck. These reactions usually appear within the first week of taking the drug, can be severe or mild and are usually temporary. In addition, patients may experience a temporary period of acne flare-ups. This reaction is normal because the drug is helping to quickly remove the acne follicles that have formed deep under the skin.

Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking this medicine as it can cause skin irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth and mucous membranes. Before use, patients should test sensitivity to the drug on a small area of ​​skin and observe the manifestation. Caution should be exercised when using Locacid with other topical agents, especially those that cause scaling. If, before treatment with Locacid, the patient has been treated with drugs that cause skin exfoliation, they must wait for the skin wounds to heal completely. Avoid concomitant use of Locacid with products containing fragrance or alcohol as this may increase irritation. Locacid should not be used during pregnancy because it may harm the unborn baby. Store Locacid medicine in a cool place, protected from light and at a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. Locacid should not be used together with topical drugs that have a drying effect on the skin or drugs containing sulfur or salicylic acid. Above is an overview of the drug Locacid. Patients should consult a dermatologist before using the drug.