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Tretinoin is the carboxylic acid form of vitamin A and is also known as all-trans retinoic acid or ATRA. It is a first generation topical retinoid commonly used to treat acne vulgaris and keratosis pilaris. It is available as a cream or gel (brand names Aberela Airol A-Ret Atralin Avita Retacnyl Refissa Renova Retin-A Retino-A ReTrieve or Stieva-A). The most common strengths are 0.025% 0.05% and 0.1%.
