STEP 1
Complete an online health assessment
Skip the doctor’s office and answer a short, confidential health questionnaire.
Tretinoin gelPrescription topical medication (Retin-A)
How to get tretinoin gel online in Canada
Through Phoenix, you can get tretinoin gel (Retin-A®) prescribed by a licensed Canadian healthcare provider who reviews your skin concerns and health history and determines whether a prescription is appropriate. If prescribed, medication is dispensed by a licensed Canadian pharmacy, with discreet and free delivery to your door for eligible orders.
0.025% gel, 30 g tube
$0 online assessment. About 3 minutes.
Is tretinoin gel right for you? Let's find out.
Assessment
A licensed healthcare provider reviews your responses.
Approval
If appropriate, your prescription is issued.
Delivery
Your medication is shipped directly to your door at no additional delivery cost.
Ongoing support
Stay connected with your provider through regular monthly check-ins.
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STEP 2
Receive your treatment plan
A licensed Canadian practitioner will recommend a treatment plan.
STEP 3
Your treatment is delivered
Your treatment is shipped for free, directly to you in discreet packaging.
STEP 4
Ongoing provider support
Your healthcare provider will follow up as part of your monthly consult.
Medication Guide
About tretinoin gel
A reference for discussing tretinoin gel with a licensed Canadian healthcare provider. Read the monograph for your specific product and speak with your provider about personal safety considerations.
01Tretinoin gel product information
Tretinoin is a prescription topical retinoid, a medication related to vitamin A. Retin-A® tretinoin gel 0.025% is made by Bausch Health and supplied in a 30 g tube. Read the Canadian product monograph for its authorized use; your healthcare provider determines whether a prescription is appropriate.
02Using and storing your prescribed product
Follow your pharmacy label and the Canadian product monograph. Tretinoin gel is for use on the skin only; keep it away from the eyes, mouth, corners of the nose and broken skin. Do not change how you apply a medication without discussing it with your provider or pharmacist.
03Important safety information
Skin redness, dryness, peeling, stinging and a feeling of warmth are commonly reported, especially in the first weeks of use. Tretinoin can make skin more sensitive to sunlight, so limit sun exposure, avoid sunlamps and use sun protection as advised.
Canadian product information advises against using tretinoin during pregnancy. Tell your provider if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and contact your provider or pharmacist if irritation is severe or does not settle.
04Retin-A® and other tretinoin products
Tretinoin is available in Canada in different products, forms and strengths, including gels and creams. Products may differ in concentration, base, manufacturer and inactive ingredients.
Do not substitute between products or strengths without prescriber and pharmacist review. Consult the Canadian product monograph for the product actually dispensed to you.
05What to discuss with your provider
Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines, supplements and allergies, other acne or skincare products you use (including exfoliants, peels, and products with benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or other retinoids), skin conditions such as eczema, recent sunburn, and whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Tretinoin gel FAQs
Answers about tretinoin gel in Canada, prescription requirements, safety considerations, healthcare provider reviews, and pharmacy delivery.
Tretinoin gel 101
What is tretinoin gel?
Tretinoin gel is a prescription topical retinoid applied to the skin. Retin-A® tretinoin gel 0.025% is made by Bausch Health. Read the Canadian product monograph for its authorized use, and ask your provider whether it is appropriate for you.
Do I need a prescription for tretinoin gel in Canada?
Yes. Tretinoin gel requires a prescription in Canada. A licensed Canadian healthcare provider must review your health information before deciding whether to prescribe it. An online assessment does not guarantee a prescription.
How is eligibility for tretinoin gel determined?
A licensed Canadian healthcare provider reviews your skin concerns, health history, current medications and skincare products. They may request additional information before determining whether a prescription is appropriate.
Can tretinoin gel make my skin more sensitive to the sun?
Yes. Tretinoin can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Limit sun exposure, avoid sunlamps, and follow your provider's and pharmacist's advice on sun protection while using it.
Can I use tretinoin gel during pregnancy?
Canadian product information advises against using tretinoin during pregnancy. Tell your provider if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting treatment.
What skin reactions can tretinoin gel cause?
Redness, dryness, peeling, stinging and warmth are commonly reported, particularly when starting. Contact your provider or pharmacist if irritation is severe or does not settle, and seek medical help right away for signs of an allergic reaction.
Assessment & Delivery
Who reviews my tretinoin gel online assessment?
A licensed Canadian healthcare provider authorized to practise in your province reviews your skin concerns, health history and medications. They may request more details, recommend another care option or an in-person assessment, and determine whether a prescription is clinically appropriate. A prescription is not guaranteed.
How much does the online health assessment cost?
The online health assessment costs $0. A licensed Canadian healthcare provider reviews your health information and determines whether a prescription is clinically appropriate. A prescription is not guaranteed.
How is tretinoin gel dispensed and delivered if prescribed?
If a prescription is issued, a licensed Canadian pharmacy dispenses the medication. Phoenix offers discreet delivery to eligible addresses, with free delivery on qualifying orders. Shipping times depend on pharmacy processing, stock and your location.
How much does tretinoin gel cost in Canada?
The cost of tretinoin gel can vary based on the prescribed strength, formulation, pharmacy pricing and insurance coverage. If treatment is prescribed, you can review the price before placing your order through Phoenix. The online health assessment costs $0.
Ready to start a tretinoin gel assessment?
Answer a few questions about your health through a private online assessment. A licensed Canadian healthcare provider reviews your information and determines whether a prescription is clinically appropriate.
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Tretinoin gel
Retin-A® · Prescription topical medication
0.025% gel, 30 g
About 3 minutes. Completing an assessment does not guarantee a prescription.