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Saw palmetto and tretinoin questions for your prescriber
Use this sheet before a visit with your prescriber or pharmacist if you use or are considering tretinoin cream alongside a saw palmetto supplement. Record your products, gather your questions and note skin and sun reactions to bring with you.
Products you use
Copy details from the labels or packaging.
Tretinoin product nameWrite the brand or generic name on the label
Tretinoin strength and how you apply itWrite the strength and the area of skin used
Saw palmetto product nameWrite the name on the supplement bottle
Saw palmetto amount and how oftenWrite the amount shown on the bottle
Other medicines or skin productsInclude soaps, cleansers, cosmetics and other supplements
Before the visit
Gather these items so the visit goes smoothly.
- Bring both product bottles or boxes so the labels can be read
- Note whether the tretinoin label lists photosensitizing medicines you also take
- List any skin products that are medicated, abrasive or have a strong drying effect
- Check whether you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding
- Write down any surgery or procedure you have planned
- Confirm which pharmacy and prescriber you will ask about these products
Questions to ask
- Has any study tested saw palmetto together with tretinoin cream?
- Which of my other medicines or supplements could add to skin irritation?
- Could saw palmetto change how my skin reacts to tretinoin?
- What sun protection should I use while I use tretinoin cream?
- Is my plan safe if I become pregnant or start breastfeeding?
- Should I tell my surgeon about saw palmetto before any procedure?
- Which side effects should I report to you right away?
Skin and sun diary
Record each day you use the cream or have sun exposure.
| Date | Skin reaction noted | Sun exposure | Sunscreen and clothing used | Notes for visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
This sheet records information for a conversation with your prescriber or pharmacist. It does not replace their instructions or the medication's prescribing information.