Skin · FAQ
What is the prescribed dose of Custom anti-aging cream?
Short answer
Follow your prescribing physician’s directions and the pharmacy label. Custom anti-aging cream contains tretinoin 0.025%, niacinamide 4%, and azelaic acid 10%. Typical directions are to apply a pea-sized amount to dry skin at night, but your physician may choose a different schedule based on your skin and health history.
The right dose is the amount and schedule on your prescription label. Custom anti-aging cream contains tretinoin 0.025%, niacinamide 4%, and azelaic acid 10%. Typical directions are a pea-sized amount applied to dry skin at night. Your prescribing physician may recommend a different schedule, especially if your skin is sensitive or you are new to tretinoin.
Do not use a larger amount or apply it more often than prescribed. More cream can increase dryness, peeling, and burning without giving faster results. Results vary. If the label and instructions you remember do not match, ask the pharmacy or prescribing physician before applying it.
A licensed physician in your state decides whether this treatment is appropriate after reviewing your visit and health history. Tell them about eczema, rosacea, other skin treatments, and any past reaction to a retinoid. Also tell them if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved.
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