This medication contains Adapalene which belongs to the class named retinoid. This medicament is primarily prescribed to treat acne (Nodulocystic or Resistant acne).

How long do I need to use Adapalene before I see improvement in my condition?

In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week. Please consult your doctor for the time period you need to use this medication.

At what frequency do I need to use Adapalene?

This medication is generally applied at the affected area at the night. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

Should I use Adapalene empty stomach, before food or after food?

As this is a medicament to be applied externally. Thus it does not have any relation with the food intake.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Adapalene?

It should be stored at cool dark place, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

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Adapalene

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Adapalene

Used to treat acne, Adapalene belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids. It decreases the formation of blackheads and helps to renew skin faster. It helps to heal pimples quicker too by reducing skin inflammation and swelling.

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Adapalene, it is not be used. If you suffer from sunburn or eczema, its usage is not advised as well. Alert your doctor if you are allergic to Vitamin A drugs and other retinoid drugs such as isotretinoin.

The medicine is usually found in a cream form, and must not be applied to abrasions, cuts or sunburned skin. Avoid contact with eyes as it may cause redness and irritation. Adapalene may cause your skin to become sunburned easily, so it is advisable to limit your time in the sun.

Adapalene may cause some burning and stinging earlier on. Peeling, redness, scaling and dryness of skin may be seen too. Find medical attention immediately if you experience rashes, difficulty in breathing and swelling of face and lips.

For external use only. Apply with gloves in thin film at night to thoroughly clean/dry skin; avoid area around eyes or mouth. Do not apply occlusive dressing. Results make take 8-12 weeks to appear. You may experience transient burning or stinging immediately after applying.

Report worsening of condition or skin redness, dryness, peeling, or burning that persists between applications.

Apply once daily at bedtime; therapeutic results should be noticed after 8-12 weeks of treatment. Toxic signs of an overdose commonly respond to drug discontinuation, and generally return to normal spontaneously within a few days to weeks.

When confronted with signs of increased intracranial pressure, treatment with mannitol (0.25 g/kg I.V. up to 1 g/kg/dose repeated every 5 minutes as needed), dexamethasone (1.5 mg/kg I.V. load followed with 0.375 mg/kg every 6 hours for 5 days), and/or hyperventilation should be employed.