Renova Uses

Renova is a prescription medication used to treat wrinkles, brown spots, and surface roughness on the face. Renova is also effective against stretch marks, such as those seen on the abdominal wall in women after pregnancy. Renova can also be used to treat acne.

How Taken

Apply a thin layer of Renova to affected area once a day at bedtime. Use a gauze pad or cotton swab to apply the Renova liquid. Wash your hands immediately after use. Using Renova more frequently or in excessive amounts does not improve the results, but could increase side effects. Avoid applying Renova near the eyes, mouth, or open cuts since this can irritate sensitive skin. Acne may appear to worsen when Renova is first used, continue the therapy. It may take three to six weeks before the full benefits of Renova are seen. Usea mild soap when washing your face. Do not wash your face excessively. Abrasive soaps, cleansers, medicated creams or lotions can increase skin irritation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about their use. Use other acne preparations with caution while using Renova.

Warnings/Precautions

Renova can increase sensitivity to sunlight, wind and cold. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and always use an effective sunscreen. Renova should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. It is not known if Renova appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Use a mild soap when washing your face. Do not wash your face excessively. Abrasive soaps, cleansers, medicated creams or lotions can increase skin irritation. Use other acne preparations with caution while using Renova.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next Renova dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

Immediately after applying Renova, the skin may feel warm or mild stinging or redness may occur. Some peeling of the skin may occur. These effects should subside as your skin adjusts to theRenova medication. If they persist or become bothersome, stop the medication. Renova may increase your sensitivity to the sun. Renova may also cause itchiness and scaling of the skin. You may experience some itching or scaling if too much Renova medication is applied.

Storage

Store Renova at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.

Overdose

An overdose ofRenova is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose or if Renova has been ingested, call an emergency room or poison control left near you.

More Renova Information

If you have been previously treated with keratolytic preparations or exfoliants, you should wait until any skin rash clears up before beginning even low strength treatment. Studies of the effect of Renova on pregnant women are incomplete. For this reason, it should only be applied when absolutely necessary and always under a doctors supervision.

Disclaimer

This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of Renova. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.