Tazarotene

Acne Vulgaris, Hypopigmentation, Lentigo + 4 more

Treatment

9 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Tazarotene

What is Tazarotene

Tazarotene

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Tazarotene is a type of topical medication used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, acne, and sun damage. It is sold under the brand names Tazorac, Avage, and Zorac and belongs to a class of drugs called acetylenic retinoids.

Tazorac

is the brand name

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Tazarotene Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Tazorac

Tazarotene

1997

29

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Tazarotene, also known as Tazorac, is approved by the FDA for 9 uses including Lentigo and Acne Vulgaris .

Lentigo

Acne Vulgaris

Hypopigmentation

Psoriasis Vulgaris

Helps manage Psoriasis Vulgaris (Plaque Psoriasis)

mild Acne vulgaris

benign facial lentigines

Acne Vulgaris

facial fine wrinkling

facial hyperpigmentation

Effectiveness

How Tazarotene Affects Patients

After it is applied to the skin, tazarotene breaks down into an active form that helps treat acne. When taken with an oral antibiotic, it can reduce skin discoloration, wrinkles, and other signs of sun damage. Studies have also found that taking tazarotene for a long time (more than one year) can reduce the number of cells related to skin cancer. Additionally, it may increase the amount of collagen in the skin, making it look healthier and more organized.

How Tazarotene works in the body

Tazarotene works by binding to several receptor proteins in the body. It is especially attracted to a group called the retinoic acid receptor, which helps control the expression of genes. Tazarotene also binds to other receptors known as RXRs. We're not sure exactly how it works, but it is thought to help regulate gene expression.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended measure of Tazarotene is contingent upon the determined ailment, including facial fine wrinkling, facial hypopigmentation and facial hyperpigmentation. The amount of dosage is subject to the technique of delivery (e.g. Gel or Gel - Cutaneous) displayed in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Acne Vulgaris

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

Hypopigmentation

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

Lentigo

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

facial hyperpigmentation

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

facial fine wrinkling

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

Acne Vulgaris

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

Psoriasis Vulgaris

, 0.001 mg/mg, 0.0005 mg/mg, 0.1 %, 0.05 %, 0.00045 mg/mg, 0.00005 mg/mg, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.045 %

, Gel - Cutaneous, Cutaneous, Gel, Cream, Cream - Cutaneous, Oral, Gel - Oral, Topical, Gel - Topical, Cream - Topical, Aerosol, foam, Aerosol, foam - Topical, Lotion, Lotion - Topical

Warnings

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Tazarotene.

Common Tazarotene Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Amiodarone

Major

The metabolism of Amiodarone can be decreased when combined with Tazarotene.

Brigatinib

Major

The metabolism of Brigatinib can be decreased when combined with Tazarotene.

Cabazitaxel

Major

The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Tazarotene.

Clomocycline

Major

The risk or severity of pseudotumor cerebri can be increased when Tazarotene is combined with Clomocycline.

Demeclocycline

Major

The risk or severity of pseudotumor cerebri can be increased when Tazarotene is combined with Demeclocycline.

Tazarotene Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Overusing topical retinoid can cause redness, peeling, and discomfort. Swallowing the drug can affect liver function and cause high triglyceride levels. Other symptoms include eye irritation, hair loss, headache, swelling, tiredness, rash, nausea, and vision problems. Tests on rabbits and rats have shown that the drug can cause birth defects if given in doses higher than 0.05 mg/kg/day. This has also been seen with other retinoid compounds.

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Tazarotene Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Tazarotene?

18 active trials are underway to assess the potential of Tazarotene to mitigate mild Acne vulgaris, Lentigo and Plaque Psoriasis.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Lentigo

0 Actively Recruiting

Psoriasis Vulgaris

23 Actively Recruiting

Early Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Hypopigmentation

0 Actively Recruiting

facial hyperpigmentation

0 Actively Recruiting

facial fine wrinkling

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Tazarotene Reviews: What are patients saying about Tazarotene?

4.7

Patient Review

12/21/2013

Tazarotene for Acne

I had some terrible acne that left dark spots and large pores. I tried a lot of over-the-counter products to no avail. This medication, however, has worked great for me. You don't need much; just apply it every night before bed and wash it off in the morning. Sometimes I have to use it every other night because my face can get sore, but when used as directed, this product is very effective.

4.7

Patient Review

9/28/2008

Tazarotene for Lentigo on the Skin of Face

This treatment has been great for my face. I've seen a big reduction in the number of blemishes and spots.
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Patient Q&A Section about tazarotene

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is tazarotene used for?

"Tazarotene topical cream and gel help to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and dark/light spots on the face when used as part of a total skin care program that avoids exposure to sunlight. Tazarotene topical is also used to treat psoriasis."

Answered by AI

Is tazarotene stronger than tretinoin?

"The 0.1% tazarotene cream was more effective than the 0.05% tretinoin cream in producing treatment success rates at weeks 12 and 20. However, between the 0.05% formulations, there was not a significant difference in treatment success rates between tazarotene and tretinoin, although tretinoin tended to provide higher improvement rates in OIA."

Answered by AI

Is tazarotene the same as Retin-A?

"Both Tazorac and Retin-A are retinoids, meaning they are derived from vitamin A and are used to treat acne. Tazorac is also used to treat psoriasis, while Retin-A is not."

Answered by AI

Is tazarotene the same as Accutane?

"Both medications work by depressing the production of facial oil and reducing the growth of the skin cells that line the pores of the face.

Are Accutane and Tazorac the same medication? Accutane (isotretinoin) and Tazorac (tazarotene) are both forms of vitamin A, called retinoids, used for the treatment and prevention of severe acne. Tazorac is also used to treat plaque psoriasis (psoriasis with scaly patches). Both medications work by depressing the production of facial oil and reducing the growth of the skin cells that line the pores of the face."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Tazarotene

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Zasocitinib for Plaque Psoriasis

4 - 17
All Sexes
Chula Vista, CA

The main aim of this study is to see how well the medicine zasocitinib works, how safe it is, and how children and teenagers aged 4 to under 18 with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis respond to it. The study will be done in 2 parts: Part A will include both children and teenagers, while part B will only include children. At first, only teenagers who meet the study rules can participate in this study. Children may only start to participate once enough information has been collected from other studies with zasocitinib. Participants in Part A will initially be assigned to receive either zasocitinib or placebo for the first 16 weeks of treatment, then all participants will receive zasocitinib through the end of the study. All participants in Part B will be assigned to receive treatment with zasocitinib throughout the study. Participants will be in the study for up to 4 years and 2 months (217 weeks), including up to 35 days for the screening period, 208 weeks of treatment (Part A and Part B) and a 4-week safety follow-up period. During the study, participants will visit their study site multiple times.

Phase 3
Recruiting

Exalt Clinical Research (+10 Sites)

Study Director

Takeda

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ESK-001 for Plaque Psoriasis

18+
All Sexes
Markham, Canada

The objective of the ESK-001-018 long term extension is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ESK-001 over time. The scientific questions it aims to answer are: * How safe is taking ESK-001 long-term in people with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis? * Does taking ESK-001 long-term reduce the severity of people's plaque psoriasis? Patients will enter the long-term extension study following completion of one of the parent studies (ESK-001-016 or ESK-001-017) and will receive open-label ESK-001 twice daily for 24 weeks. After 24 weeks, the first 200 patients meeting at least PASI-75 clinical response will be randomly assigned to receive ESK-001 or placebo. At any point during this time, the patients losing the initial clinical response may return to the open-label ESK-001 treatment. Patients who complete Week 48 will return to open-label ESK-001 treatment and they will receive ESK-001 until the end of the study or discontinuation. All the remaining patients not meeting the entry criteria for the randomized withdrawal phase will continue to receive open-label ESK-001 for the remainder of the study. Patients taking part in the study must be men or women aged at least 18 years old and have completed a previous (parent) study of ESK-001 in moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. Patients must consent and agree to: * ensure drug daily compliance until end of study or discontinuation. * visit the clinic for checkups and assessments. * provide blood and urine samples.

Phase 3
Recruiting
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Lynderm Research (+35 Sites)

Alumis Inc

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