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Tazarotene

TAZORAC ® Cream 0.05% and 0.1% is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis.

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
  • TAZORAC Cream 0.1% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
  • 1.1 Plaque Psoriasis TAZORAC ® (tazarotene) Cream, 0.05% and 0.1% are indicated for the topical treatment of patients with plaque psoriasis.
  • 1.2 Acne Vulgaris TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% is also indicated for the topical treatment of patients with acne vulgaris.

What it is used for

TAZORAC ® Cream 0.05% and 0.1% is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis. TAZORAC Cream 0.1% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. 1.1 Plaque Psoriasis TAZORAC ® (tazarotene) Cream, 0.05% and 0.1% are indicated for the topical treatment of patients with plaque psoriasis. 1.2 Acne Vulgaris TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% is also indicated for the topical treatment of patients with acne vulgaris.

Tazarodex Cream Plaque Psoriasis & Acne

Use:

Controls symptoms of plaque psoriasis, acne vulgaris

Active ingredient:

Tazarotene 0.1%

Ask a doctor before use if

You have a history of skin sensitivity to topical products or have any medical conditions that affect your skin.

Do not use:

  • On children under 12 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or individuals with eczema or retinoid hypersensitivity.
  • For prolonged periods of time without consulting a doctor.
  • In or around the rectum, genital area, or on the groin unless advised by a doctor.
  • On damaged or irritated skin not caused by acne or psoriasis

Keep out of reach of children: If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Purpose:

Plaque Psoriasis & Acne

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Excessive skin irritation/allergic reaction occurs, condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.

When using this product:

  • Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
  • Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product.
  • It may increase your tendency to sunburn up to 6 hours after application.

Tazarotene 0.1%

​Tazarodex Cream Plaque Psoriasis & Acne

Other information:

Store at controlled room temperature 59-86°F

Warnings: For external use only

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Tazarotene; [reviewed 2026 Aug 3; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tazarotene

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 3). Tazarotene. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tazarotene

AMA 11th

Tazarotene. sofidex. Reviewed August 3, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tazarotene

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