Renova (generic: tretinoin) is a prescription medication used to reduce fine facial wrinkles in patients who use skin care and sunlight avoidance programs. Renova belongs to a group of drugs called retinoids. It is not known exactly how it works to reduce fine facial wrinkles.
This medication comes in cream form and is applied to the face once a day in the evening.
Common side effects of Renova include peeling, dry skin, and redness of the skin.
Renova is a prescription medication that may reduce fine wrinkles. It is for patients who are using a total skin care and sunlight avoidance program. Renova does not remove wrinkles or repair sun-damaged skin.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Serious side effects have been reported with Renova.
Common side effects of Renova include peeling, dry skin, redness of the skin, burning, stinging, and itching.
This is not a complete list of Renova side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.