What is tazarotene used for?

Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Solaris Pharma Corporation (ANDA213644). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.

Plaque Psoriasis

Tazarotene gel, 0.05% and 0.1% are indicated for the topical treatment of patients with plaque psoriasis of up to 20% body surface area involvement.

Acne Vulgaris

Tazarotene gel, 0.1% is also indicated for the topical treatment of patients with facial acne vulgaris of mild to moderate severity.

The efficacy of tazarotene gel in the treatment of acne previously treated with other retinoids or resistant to oral antibiotics has not been established.

Limitations of Use

The safety of tazarotene gel use on more than 20% body surface area has not been established in psoriasis or acne.

Source: DailyMed label, set id f1c98c4a-f101-4f3c-851a-39c827415c46, version 4, effective January 2, 2025. NDC 73473-309, one of 8 listings for this product.

Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (ANDA208258). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.

Plaque Psoriasis

Tazarotene cream, 0.1% is indicated for the topical treatment of patients with plaque psoriasis.

Acne Vulgaris

Tazarotene cream, 0.1% is also indicated for the topical treatment of patients with acne vulgaris.

Source: DailyMed label, set id 478ff059-9d7b-438e-a64e-c853dfac2872, version 6, effective December 19, 2025. NDC 51672-1373, one of 7 listings for this product.