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Compare Differin  vs Renova
Uses of Differin |
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| | Differin is also known by the generic name Adapalene
USES:
This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Adapalene belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of cells and decreasing swelling and inflammation.
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Uses of Renova |
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| | Renova is also known by the generic name Tretinoin (Emollient)
USES:
This medication is used to improve the appearance of the skin by reducing fine lines and wrinkles, reducing roughness, and improving skin color. It should be used with a skin care and sunlight-avoidance program that includes moisturizer and daily use of an effective sunscreen (minimum SPF 15).
Tretinoin belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of skin cells. Tretinoin does not repair sun-damaged skin or reverse aging due to sun exposure.
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Differin and Renova Have 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common |
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Differin Has 4 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Renova |
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| | Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Redness of Skin - Erythema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Stinging of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Scaling of Skin - Skin Scaling is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. |
Renova Has 4 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Differin |
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| | Critical Seriousness - Crusted Skin - Skin Crusting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Skin Inflammation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Skin Discoloration - Dyschromia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Critical Seriousness - Small Skin Blister - Blistering Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. |
Differin and Renova Have 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common |
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Differin Has 5 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Renova |
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| | Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Redness of Skin - Erythema is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Dry Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Stinging of Skin is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. Scaling of Skin - Skin Scaling is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Differin but not Renova. |
Renova Has 3 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Renova |
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| | Abnormal Peeling of Skin - Abnormal Desquamation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Renova but not Differin. Redness of Skin - Erythema is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Renova but not Differin. Sun-Sensitive Skin - Skin Photosensitivity is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Renova but not Differin. |
Differin and Renova Treat 0 Conditions in Common |
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Differin has 2 Condition Contraindications |
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| | If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Differin.
Differin Topical Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)
Absolute Contraindications 
Sunburn is a contraindication of Differin.
Relative Contraindications
Skin Rash - Rash is a contraindication of Differin. |
Renova has 4 Condition Contraindications |
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| | If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Renova.
Renova Topical Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)
Absolute Contraindications
Lactating Mother - A Mother who is Producing Milk and Breastfeeding is a contraindication of Renova.
Pregnancy is a contraindication of Renova.
Relative Contraindications
Eczema is a contraindication of Renova.
Sunburn is a contraindication of Renova. |
Differin - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medication may be harmful if swallowed.
Renova - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include excessive redness, peeling, and discomfort.
Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
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