| Active substance | Tretinoin  | 
		
|---|---|
| Chemical name | all-trans retinoic acid  | 
		
| Side effects | Skin irritation, redness, dryness, and increased sensitivity to sunlight  | 
		
| Effects | Accelerates the turnover of superficial skin cells, reduces the formation of acne, and can diminish fine wrinkles  | 
		
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable  | 
		
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 0.02% to 0.1% creams or gels applied topically once daily at bedtime  | 
		
| Half-life | 0.5 to 2 hours  | 
		
| Main action | Modulates gene expression to reduce skin inflammation and promote cell turnover  | 
		
| Substance class | Retinoid  | 
		
| Formula | C20H28O2  | 
		
| Storage conditions | Store at controlled room temperature, protect from light  | 
		
| Trade name | Retin-A, Renova, among others  | 
		
| Blood pressure | No direct effect  | 
		
| WAREHOUSE | International Warehouse 1  | 
		
| Also known as | Vitamin A acid, Retinoic acid  | 
		
| Lab Test | Not typically required for monitoring  | 
		
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk when used topically  | 
		
| Water Retention | None  | 
		
| Classification | Retinoids  | 
		
| Use in sports | None  | 
		
| Manufacturer | Johnson & Johnson  | 
		






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