Skincare - Adapalen (Brand name: differin)

Common use

Differin helps to clear the acne you have and helps to keep new acne from starting. It is produced in the form of gel or cream for external use only.

Dosage and directions

Apply Differin on clean dry face. Spread it evenly over the entire face, avoiding the areas around your eyes and lips. Try not to use big portions of Differin as your skin may get irritated.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Precautions

When applying Differin to your face avoid the areas around your eyes and lips.

Contraindications

Differin should not be used by patients having demonstrated a reaction of hypersensitivity to Adapalene.

Possible side effect

The most common side effects are dryness, pruritus, and burning.
A very serious allergic reaction rarely occurs. Many people using this medicine do not have serious side effects.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
In case you notice the effects not listed here, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug interaction

Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you used before using this medication.
Bupropion can interact with products containing:
* alpha hydroxy acids
* glycolic acid
* resorcinol or salicylic acid.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Missed dose

If you forgot to use Differin in time, use it as soon as you remember the same day. If it is morning of another day, wait till the time of the next application.

Overdose

If you think you have used too much of this medicine seek emergency medical attention right away.

Storage

Store your medicines at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store your drugs in the bathroom. Keep all drugs away from children and pets.

Disclaimer

We provide only general information about medications which does not cover all directions, possible drug integrations, or precautions. Information on the site cannot be used for self-treatment and self-diagnosis. Any specific instructions for a particular patient should be agreed with your health care adviser or doctor in charge of the case. We disclaim reliability of this information and mistakes it could contain. We are not responsible for any direct, indirect, special or other indirect damage as a result of any use of the information on this site and also for consequences of self-treatment.

Please find the full description of Differin at Drugs.com and general information at Wikipedia