Pack size: 1 10gm tube  |  Price is for the whole 10gm tube

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Adapalene 0.1% Topical

Form: Cream 0.10%

Indication

Adult: Topical As 0.1% soln/cream/gel: Apply once daily at night after cleansing.

Administration

Increased irritation may occur with medicated or abrasive soaps, products with a pronounced drying effect and those containing alcohol or astringents.

Adult Dose

Patients with sunburn, eczema. Pregnancy, lactation. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV irradiation. Keep away from the eyes, lips, nostrils and mucous membranes. Do not apply to cuts, abrasions, scaly or flaky skin, or patches of sunburned skin. Use with caution with preparations containing sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid. Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution.

Renal Dose

Adapalene binds to specific retinoic acid nuclear receptors which normalises the differentiation of follicular epithelial cells resulting in decreased microcomedone formation.

Mode of Action

Apply small (pea-sized) amount sparingly to entire face after cleansing with nonmedicated cleanser. For topical use only;

Precaution

Acne, Keratosis pilaris

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a form of vitamin A which treats acne (pimples). It works by preventing accumulation of the sebum (skin’s natural oil) which unblocks the pores and allows natural exfoliation of the outer layers of skin.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established