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Fabior

Generic Name: Tazarotene topical [ta-ZAR-oh-teen].
Drug Class: Topical acne agents.

What is Fabior?

The compound Fabior is similar in structure to Vitamin A. It aids the skin in rejuvenating itself faster and improves skin texture and appearance. the skin. Fabior foam can be utilized to treat skin vulgaris in adolescents and adults who are between 12 and 13 years old. It isn't known whether Fabior foam is effective and safe for children younger than 12 years old age.

Warnings

Tazarotene can cause birth defects. Do not take this medication if you're expecting. Use effective birth control to avoid pregnancy. Stop taking Fabior and inform your physician immediately if you become pregnant, discontinue using birth control, or don't have menstrual periods. Patients who take tazarotene must begin the medication prior to their menstrual cycle. Avoid exposure to the sun as well as tanning areas. Tazarotene may cause sunburn more quickly. Protect yourself with protective clothes and apply sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater) whenever you're outside. Don't apply this foam to skin that has been sunburned, windburned, or chapped. Avoid using this product on wounds or areas with eczema. Make sure that the eczema has completely healed before applying this medication. Consult your doctor prior to applying any other products to your skin that could cause dryness or irritation.

Before you take this drug

It is not recommended to make use of Fabior foam if you are sensitive to tazarotene or when your pregnancy is imminent or might be imminent. It is essential to have a negative pregnancy test within two weeks prior to starting this treatment.

To be sure Fabior is suitable for you, ask your doctor if you have previously had:

  • Eczema, sunburn, or any other skin issue.
  • Skin cancer.
  • Lentigo maligna (a kind of cancer on the skin).
  • The allergic response to a product for the skin.
  • If you work outdoors.

Do not take Fabior when you are expecting. It has the potential to harm the unborn child or cause birth abnormalities. Utilize effective birth control to stop pregnancy when taking this medication. Stop taking Fabior and notify your doctor as soon as you become pregnant, if you quit using birth control, or if you don't have menstrual cycles. It might not be safe to breastfeed while taking this medication. Consult your physician regarding any risks. Avage is not recommended for children younger than seventeen years of age. Fabior is not recommended for treating acne in children less than twelve years of age.

How to take Fabior?

The foam is typically applied every day at night or just before sleeping. Follow the directions on your prescription label and review all medication guides or instruction sheets. Make sure you use the medicine precisely as prescribed. Do not chew it. Topical medicine should be used exclusively on your skin. Don't apply this medication to open wounds or sunburned, windburned, or chapped skin. If this medicine is absorbed into your nose, eyes, mouth, rectum, or vagina, wash it off with water. Be sure to avoid using this medication on wounds or areas of eczema. Make sure that the eczema has completely healed before using Fabior.

Take note of and follow the instructions for use that come with your medication. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you don't understand the instructions. Women taking tazarotene must begin taking the medication prior to their menstrual cycle. Do not apply the medication to areas that aren't affected. If the medication is accidentally absorbed into areas that don't require treatment, clean it off with soap and water. Shake the foam thoroughly prior to every use. The skin of your patients may be more susceptible to extreme weather conditions like cold and wind when they are treated with this medication. Make sure you cover your skin with protective clothes and apply lotion or moisturizing cream whenever you need it. Keep it in a cool, dry place far from heat and moisture. Don't freeze. The Fabior foam is inflammable. Avoid using near high temperatures or in an open flame. The canister could explode if it becomes too hot. Don't burn or puncture the empty foam container. The bottle should be stored upright in a straight position.

Details on dosage

Usual Adult Dose for Acne:

Spread a small amount of 0.1 percent foam twice a night in the evening to cover acne-related lesions.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Acne:

Age 12 or over: Apply a thin coating of 0.1 percent foam every evening to cover acne-related lesions.
Comments: Cleanse the face with a gentle cleanser and let it dry before applying makeup.
Wear sunscreen and appropriate clothing when taking this medication.
Use: To treat acne vulgaris. treatment of acne vulgaris

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medication as quickly as you can; however, avoid the dose you missed if it is close to time for the next dose.Avoid taking two doses at once.

What happens if I overdose?

Tazarotene overdoses can cause severe skin irritation. Contact a medical professional immediately or ask for help at the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 in the event that someone has taken the medication.

What should be avoided?

Be sure to apply the medication only to areas that aren't affected. If the medication is accidentally absorbed into areas that don't require treatment, then wash it off. Do not apply other skin treatments to the areas that you are treating with Fabior unless your physician tells you to. Avoid exposure to the sun as well as tanning areas. Tazarotene may cause sunburn more quickly. Protect yourself with protective clothes and apply sunblock (SPF 30 or greater) while you're outdoors. Beware of products for your skin that may cause irritation, like harsh shampoos, soaps, hair coloring, permanent hair removers, chemicals, or waxes, as well as skin products that contain alcohol or astringents, spices, or lime. Rinse thoroughly with water if this medication gets into your eyes.

Side effects of Fabior

See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms that indicate you are experiencing an allergic reaction to the Fabior, such as hives, breathing difficulties, and swelling of your lips, face, or tongue. Stop taking Fabior and consult your physician immediately if you experience:

  • Extreme skin irritation to the skin (pain, dryness, peeling, flaking, burning, and itching) after application of the medication.
  • Skin peeling, blistering, or blistering.
  • The appearance of severe redness or discomfort.
  • The appearance of swelling, warmth, oozing, or other indications of inflammation of the skin.

Common Fabior side effects can include:

  • Dry, scaly, or peeling skin.
  • Skin redness, pain, or burning.
  • Irritation or itching of the treated skin.

This isn't an exhaustive list of all the side effects. Other side effects could occur. Consult your physician for advice regarding medical adverse effects. You can report any side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Interaction with other drugs

If you are also taking a benzoyl peroxide acne treatment, be sure not to apply it in the same way you are using Fabior. Apply one medicine in the early morning and the other at night. Inform your doctor about all other medications, particularly:

  • An antibiotic or another medication that can cause your skin to become more sensitive to light.

This list isn't comprehensive. Other drugs can be incompatible with tazarotene topical, such as prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. There are many other possible interactions between drugs. Not all are included here.