What is Picato? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Picato

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not get any of this medicine near or around your eyes, mouth, or lips.

• Use the 0.015% gel on the affected areas of your face and scalp for 3 days in a row. Use the 0.05% gel on the affected areas of your trunk, arms, and legs for 2 days in a row.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

• Let the gel dry for 15 minutes after you apply it.

• Do not wash or touch the treated skin area for 6 hours after you apply the medicine. Avoid heavy sweating during this time. After 6 hours, you may wash your skin with mild soap and water.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store this medicine in the refrigerator. Do not freeze it.

• Use the 0.015% gel on the affected areas of your face and scalp for 3 days in a row. Use the 0.05% gel on the affected areas of your trunk, arms, and legs for 2 days in a row.

• Store this medicine in the refrigerator. Do not freeze it.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Let the gel dry for 15 minutes after you apply it.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not get any of this medicine near or around your eyes, mouth, or lips.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Do not wash or touch the treated skin area for 6 hours after you apply the medicine. Avoid heavy sweating during this time. After 6 hours, you may wash your skin with mild soap and water.

What to do if you miss a dose of Picato

Picato contraindications - Who shouldn't take Picato?

• This medicine is considered safe for most people. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

Picato warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have eye problems or any skin infections.

• Do not use this medicine on skin that has not healed from any previous drug or surgical treatment.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Severe itching, flaking, swelling, pain, or redness of the skin

• Trouble breathing or chest pain

Picato interactions & what to avoid when taking Picato

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have eye problems or any skin infections.

• Do not use this medicine on skin that has not healed from any previous drug or surgical treatment.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.