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Skin A Cream: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Skin A Cream (Tretinoin) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

Tretinoin 0.05%

Manufacturer

ATCO Laboratories Ltd.

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Skin A Cream used for?

  • Acne vulgaris
  • Photoaging (fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage) (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Hyperpigmentation (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
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Important warnings

  • Don't use Skin A Cream if allergic to tretinoin or any ingredient in the cream.
  • Avoid use during pregnancy due to risk of birth defects.

Skin A Cream Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameSkin A
Generic NameTretinoin
StrengthTretinoin 0.05%
FormCream
Drug ClassRetinoid
ManufacturerATCO Laboratories Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 grams tube

2. What is Skin A Cream? (Skin A Cream kya hai)

Skin A Cream is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various skin conditions. Its active ingredient is Tretinoin, which belongs to the Retinoid class of drugs. This cream works by targeting inflammatory pathways and promoting healthy skin cell growth. It's important to follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and duration.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Acne vulgaris
  • Photoaging (fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage) (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Hyperpigmentation (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Acne scars
  • Unlogged pores
  • Promotes skin cell growth (doctor ke mashware se istemal)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals with acne vulgaris
  • People experiencing photoaging symptoms
  • Those dealing with hyperpigmentation

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If allergic to tretinoin or any ingredient in the cream
  • During pregnancy due to risk of birth defects
  • Allergy to active ingredient

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Don't use Skin A Cream if allergic to tretinoin or any ingredient in the cream.
  • Avoid use during pregnancy due to risk of birth defects.

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Redness, Peeling, Dryness
  • Burning, Increased sensitivity to sunlight., Severe allergic reactions

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other topical medications
  • Sunscreen

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)
  • Chest pain

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Tretinoin CreamATCO Laboratories Ltd.Tretinoin
Alternative brandVariousTretinoin

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 grams tubeRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Skin A Cream kis kaam aati hai?

A: Skin A Cream doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Skin A Cream kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Skin A Cream ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Skin A Cream ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Skin A Cream pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Skin A Cream ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-02-20 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Skin A Cream kis kaam aati hai?

Skin A Cream doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Skin A Cream kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Skin A Cream ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Skin A Cream ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Skin A Cream pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Skin A Cream ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.