Understanding Trifarotene (Aklief)

Trifarotene, which was first approved in 2019, is a prescription retinoid cream. This medication is often sold as the brand Aklief! Patients use this one once a day in the evening. Of course, patients must expect side effects when they start applying this medication, including dry, itchy skin and skin irritation. They need to tell their doctor when these are persistent or bothersome.