Tazarotene
Tazarotene (Tazorac) is a retinoid used for plaque psoriasis and acne vulgaris. This catalogue contains a single product listing for the ingredient, marketed by the originator Allergan.
Key points
- Tazarotene is a retinoid, a medicine derived from vitamin A that affects skin cell growth.
- The one listed product is a 0.1% cream in a 15gm tube, originating from the brand Allergan.
What Tazarotene is used for
Tazarotene is applied to treat the scaly, inflamed patches of Plaque Psoriasis and the clogged, inflamed pores of Acne Vulgaris. The medicine tazarotene encourages skin cells to grow and shed more normally, reducing the buildup that drives both conditions. It falls within the Skin Care category alongside other topical treatments.