tretinoin · Medicine question

Is oral tretinoin used for acne?

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

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The selected oral capsule is licensed for acute promyelocytic leukaemia, not acne. Topical tretinoin products are different formulations with different uses and safety considerations.

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