Summary
Commonly reported side effects of tazarotene topical include: burning sensation, burning sensation of skin, desquamation, exacerbation of psoriasis, pruritus, skin irritation, stinging of the skin, erythema of skin, localized erythema, skin pain, and xeroderma. Continue reading for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
Applies to tazarotene topical: topical cream, topical foam, topical gel/jelly, topical lotion.
Serious side effects of Tazarotene topical
Along with its needed effects, tazarotene topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking tazarotene topical:
More common
- Burning or stinging of the skin (severe)
- changes in color of the treated skin
- deep grooves or lines in the skin
- dryness, itching, peeling, or redness of the skin (severe)
- pain or swelling of the treated skin
- skin rash (in patients with psoriasis only)
Incidence not known
- Blistering, crusting, or irritation of the skin
- cracked, dry, scaly skin
- flaking and falling off of the skin
- swelling at or near the application site
Other side effects of Tazarotene topical
Some side effects of tazarotene topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Burning or stinging after application
- dryness, itching, peeling, or redness of the skin (mild)
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to tazarotene topical: topical cream, topical foam, topical gel, topical lotion.
Dermatologic
Very common (10% or more): Desquamation (29%), dry skin (27%), erythema (21%), burning sensation (14%)
Common (1% to 10%): Pruritus, irritation, nonspecific rash, irritant contact dermatitis, skin pain, worsening of psoriasis, stinging sensation, inflammation
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Cheilitis, excoriated skin, eczema, erythema sun-induced, papules, skin tightness, worsened acne
Postmarketing reports: Blister, dermatitis, urticaria, skin exfoliation, swelling at or near application sites, skin discoloration (including skin hyperpigmentation or skin hypopigmentation)[Ref]
Metabolic
Common (1% to 10%): Hypertriglyceridemia[Ref]
Other
Common (1% to 10%): Facial pain[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Eyelid edema, eyelid irritation, eyelid inflammation[Ref]
Immunologic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Infection[Ref]
Respiratory
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pharyngitis[Ref]
Nervous system
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Headache, hypesthesia[Ref]
