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Fabior Side Effects

Generic name: tazarotene topical

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 29, 2023.

Note: This document contains side effect information about tazarotene topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Fabior.

Applies to tazarotene topical: topical cream, topical foam, topical gel/jelly, topical lotion.

Serious side effects of Fabior

Along with its needed effects, tazarotene topical (the active ingredient contained in Fabior) 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

Incidence not known

Other side effects of Fabior

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

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]

Frequently asked questions

References

1. Product Information. Tazorac (tazarotene topical). Allergan Inc. 2001;PROD.

2. Cerner Multum, Inc. UK Summary of Product Characteristics.

3. Cerner Multum, Inc. Australian Product Information.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.