Brand Name
Targretin
Generic Name
Bexarotene
View Brand Information FDA approval date: December 29, 1999
Classification: Retinoid
Form: Capsule, Gel
What is Targretin (Bexarotene)?
Bexarotene capsules are indicated for the treatment of cutaneous manifestations of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in patients who are refractory to at least one prior systemic therapy. Bexarotene is a retinoid indicated for the treatment of cutaneous manifestations of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in patients who are refractory to at least one prior systemic therapy.
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