Tazarotene
Other Antipsoriatics For Topical Use
Sold as ARAZLO · TAZORAC · DUOBRII
- Drug class
- Other Antipsoriatics For Topical Use
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Routes
- Cutaneous, Topical
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 5
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 54
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Tazarotene is a topical medication belonging to the drug class of other antipsoriatics for topical use [1]. It is approved for the treatment of plaque psoriasis and acne vulgaris [1]. Tazarotene is available under various brand names, including TAZORAC [1].
For plaque psoriasis, tazarotene cream is indicated for topical treatment in patients with this condition [1]. Additionally, tazarotene cream is approved for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris [1].
In the past 12 months, there have been 54 adverse event reports associated with tazarotene [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include diarrhea, the perception of the drug being ineffective, fatigue, a burning sensation, and constipation [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 3 | November 13, 2025 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 2 | January 26, 2026 |
USUnited States· FDA
3 products
Uses
1% is a retinoid indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis. 1% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. 1% are indicated for the topical treatment of patients with plaque psoriasis. 1% is also indicated for the topical treatment of patients with acne vulgaris.
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
2 products
Uses
DUOBRII (halobetasol propionate and tazarotene lotion), is indicated for: • Improving the signs and symptoms of plaque psoriasis in adult patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. 1 Pediatrics Pediatrics (under the age of 18 years) The safety and efficacy of DUOBRII in pediatric patients have not been established; therefore, DUOBRII is not indicated for pediatric use (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS, Special Populations, Pediatrics).
2 Geriatrics Geriatrics (> 65 years of age) A limited number of subjects aged > 65 years have been treated with DUOBRII in clinical trials, therefore the safety and efficacy have not been established in this patient population (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS, Special Populations, Geriatrics).
How to take
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Tazarotene. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 021744d1-a6d7-4a… · revised November 13, 2025 [PDF]
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 02499967 · revised October 27, 2025
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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