Tazarotene
CAS 118292-40-3
MF C21H21NO2S
MW 351.46
EINECS 601-516-4
Application Research purpose
Tazarotene, sold under the brand name Tazorac, among others, is a third-generation prescription topical retinoid. It is primarily used for the treatment of plaque psoriasis and acne.Tazarotene is also used as a therapeutic for photoaged and photodamaged skin. Tazarotene is a member of the acetylenic class of retinoids