SAFETY INFORMATION
Indication and clinical use:
AKLIEF® (trifarotene 50 mcg/g) cream is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris of the face and/or trunk in patients 12 years of age and older.1
Safety and effectiveness have not been established in geriatric patients (≥65 years).Contraindications:
- Eczema or seborrheic dermatitis
- Pregnancy or women planning a pregnancy
Most serious warnings and precautions:
- For external use only, not for ophthalmic use
- Pregnancy or planning a pregnancy: Rare reports of birth defects associated with topical retinoids during pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential should be informed of potential risks and use effective birth-control measures
Other relevant warnings and precautions:
- Discontinue use if allergic/hypersensitivity reactions occur
- Avoid contact with eyes, lips, angles of the nose, mucous membranes, abraded skin, open wounds, cuts, and eczematous or sunburned skin
- Avoid use of other dermatologic medications and potentially irritating topical products that have a strong skin-drying effect and products with high concentrations of alcohol, astringents, spices, or limes
- Non-comedogenic cosmetics should be used
- Treatment area should not be covered with dressings or bandages
- Weather extremes, such as wind or cold, may be more irritating
- Exposure to excessive sunlight, including sunlamps, should be avoided or an effective sunscreen and protective clothing are recommended
- Certain cutaneous signs and symptoms can be expected with use
- Use of electrolysis, "waxing", and chemical depilatories for hair removal should be avoided
- Caution when taking drugs with known photosensitizers
- Avoid use on chest during breastfeeding
For more information:
Please consult the AKLIEF® Product Monograph at https://pdf.hres.ca/dpd_pm/00054047.PDF for important information relating to adverse reactions, interactions, and dosing information, which have not been discussed in this advertisement.
The Product Monograph is also available by calling us at 1-800-467-2081.