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I have an acne relapse & used to use retin-a a few years ago. i found an expired (05/2012) unused tube of retin-a gel. is it safe to use on the face?

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Retin A (tretinoin): Long expired medication such as this lose its effectiveness. Best to contact your physician for an evaluation and obtain a refill if needed.

Answered 1/24/2014

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