Trifarotene
Generic Name: trifarotene
Brand Names:
Aklief
11 DESCRIPTION AKLIEF Cream for topical administration contains 0.005% (50 mcg/g) trifarotene. Trifarotene is a terphenyl acid derivative and is a retinoid. The chemical name of trifarotene is 3”-tert-Butyl-4’-(2-hydroxy-ethoxy)-4”-pyrrolidin-1-yl-[1,1’,3’,1”]terphenyl-4- carboxylic acid.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION AKLIEF Cream for topical administration contains 0.005% (50 mcg/g) trifarotene. Trifarotene is a terphenyl acid derivative and is a retinoid. The chemical name of trifarotene is 3”-tert-Butyl-4’-(2-hydroxy-ethoxy)-4”-pyrrolidin-1-yl-[1,1’,3’,1”]terphenyl-4- carboxylic acid.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE AKLIEF Cream is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. AKLIEF Cream is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. ( 1 )
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply a thin layer of AKLIEF Cream to the affected areas once daily, in the evening, on clean and dry skin. One pump actuation should be enough to cover the face (i.e., forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin). Two actuations of the pump should be enough to cover the upper trunk (i.e., reachable upper back, shoulders and chest). One additional pump actuation may be used for middle and lower back if acne is present. The use of a moisturizer is recommended as frequently as needed from the initiation of treatment. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, paranasal creases, mucous membranes. AKLIEF Cream is for topical use only. Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. For topical use only. Not for oral, ophthalmic or intravaginal use.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 1%) in patients treated with AKLIEF Cream were application site irritation, application site pruritus, and sunburn ( 6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Galderma Laboratories, L.P. at 1-866-735-4137 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical trials experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect rates observed in practice. In the three Phase 3 clinical trials, 1673 subjects with acne vulgaris on the face and trunk, 9 years and older were exposed to AKLIEF Cream.
Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Topical application of AKLIEF Cream is not expected to affect the circulating concentrations of oral hormonal contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Skin irritation: Erythema, scaling, dryness, and stinging/burning may be experienced with use of AKLIEF Cream. Use a moisturizer from the initiation of treatment, and, if appropriate, reduce the frequency of application of AKLIEF Cream, suspend or discontinue use. ( 5.1 ) Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure: Minimize exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and protective clothing over treated areas when exposure cannot be avoided. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Skin Irritation Patients using AKLIEF Cream may experience erythema, scaling, dryness, and stinging/burning. Maximum severity of these reactions typically occurred within the first 4 weeks of treatment, and severity decreased with continued use of the medication. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None ( 4 )
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from clinical trials with AKLIEF Cream use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. There are case reports of major birth defects similar to those seen in fetuses exposed to oral retinoids in pregnant women exposed to other topical retinoids, but these case reports do not establish a pattern or association with retinoid-related embryopathy.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING AKLIEF Cream, 0.005% is provided as a white cream supplied in the following packaging configurations with corresponding NDC numbers: 45-gram pump NDC 0299-5935-45 Storage and Handling - Store at 20˚ to 25˚C (68˚ to 77˚F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).. - Keep away from heat. - Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trifarotene used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE AKLIEF Cream is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. AKLIEF Cream is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. ( 1 )
What are the side effects of Trifarotene?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 1%) in patients treated with AKLIEF Cream were application site irritation, application site pruritus, and sunburn ( 6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Galderma Laboratories, L.P. at 1-866-735-4137 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical trials experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect rates observed in practice. In the three Phase 3 clinical trials, 1673 subjects with acne vulgaris on the face and trunk, 9 years and older were exposed to AKLIEF Cream.
Can I take Trifarotene during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from clinical trials with AKLIEF Cream use in pregnant women have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. There are case reports of major birth defects similar to those seen in fetuses exposed to oral retinoids in pregnant women exposed to other topical retinoids, but these case reports do not establish a pattern or association with retinoid-related embryopathy.
What are the important warnings for Trifarotene?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Skin irritation: Erythema, scaling, dryness, and stinging/burning may be experienced with use of AKLIEF Cream. Use a moisturizer from the initiation of treatment, and, if appropriate, reduce the frequency of application of AKLIEF Cream, suspend or discontinue use. ( 5.1 ) Ultraviolet Light and Environmental Exposure: Minimize exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and protective clothing over treated areas when exposure cannot be avoided. ( 5.2 ) 5.1 Skin Irritation Patients using AKLIEF Cream may experience erythema, scaling, dryness, and stinging/burning. Maximum severity of these reactions typically occurred within the first 4 weeks of treatment, and severity decreased with continued use of the medication. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None ( 4 )
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