List of Opiate Prescriptions. Someone in extreme pain may be prescribed an opiate medication. Opiate drugs are those that are derived, either naturally or synthetically, from the opium plant. There are opiate drugs that are illegal, such as heroin, and others that are legally available with a prescription. Opiates are often prescribed to treat pain but many are also effective in treating coughs.
By continuing to view the drug information, you agree to abide by such terms of use. GENERIC NAME: TRETINOIN CREAM - TOPICAL (tret-ih-NO-in) BRAND NAME(S): Renova. USES: This medication is used to improve the appearance of the skin by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, reducing roughness, and improving skin color.
Tretinoin is the pharmaceutical form of retinoic acid. One of several retinoids, it is the carboxylic acid form of vitamin A and is also known as all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA). It is a first generation topical retinoid commonly used topically to treat acne vulgaris. It is also used orally to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL).