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Does Retin A Need Refrigeration
asked 11 months ago by 44cookie in Cincinnati, Ohio
Latest answer by Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
Question viewed 276 times
Tags: temperature
5 answers to Does Retin A Need Refrigeration
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Retin-A does not need refrigeration.
You are all set. Your retin-a does not require to be refrigerated. The only acne medication that required refrigeration was benzaclin which does not require it anymore.
Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
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Keep Retin-A at room temperature...
NO! Keep Retin-A at room temperature, and use only at night for best results.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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Retin-A is Stored at Room Temperature
Retin-A is typically stored at room temperature and will not loose any of its potency until long after its expiration date.
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Retin-a and refrigeration
Retin-a can be kept at room-temperature without any negative effects on its effectiveness. Retin-a should not, however, be exposed to sunlight.
Bryan K. Chen, MD
San Diego Dermatologist
San Diego Dermatologist
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Retin A does not need refrigeration
Retin A does not need refrigeration. It may be stored at room temperature without losing it's effectiveness.