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Definition of Tretinoin

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Medical Definition of Tretinoin

1. An important regulator of gene expression, particularly during growth and development and in neoplasms. Retinoic acid derived from maternal vitamin a is essential for normal gene expression during embryonic development and either a deficiency or an excess can be teratogenic. It is also a topical dermatologic agent which is used in the treatment of psoriasis, acne vulgaris, and several other skin diseases. It has also been approved for use in promyelocytic leukaemia. Pharmacological action: antineoplastic agent, keratolytic agents. Chemical name: Retinoic acid (12 Dec 1998)

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Literary usage of Tretinoin

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1. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"Small wrinkles can be treated with exfoliation, topical tretinoin (Retin-A), or topical alpha hydroxy acids. Large wrinkles can be improved with ..."

2. The Spirit of Missions by Episcopal Church Board of Missions (1847)
"A. tretinoin), Esq.. ed. China, »50 ; from a few per- »one of color, for education of Alex. VV. Marshall and W. II Barnwell, Africa, 3d pay't, ..."

3. Improving Health Care for Veterans: 1997 Annual Report edited by John R. Feussner (1997)
"... Use of tretinoin to Prevent Pressure Ulcers in Spinal Cord Injury Patients Markowski, Janusz, ..."

4. Current Issues in Women's Health: An Fda Consumer Special Report (1993)
"... are vitamin A derivatives: Retin-A (tretinoin), a topical cream and lotion used to treat acne and recently ballyhooed in the press for easing wrinkles, ..."

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