Benzadaf Gel
About Benzadaf Gel
Used to treat acne, Benzadaf Gel 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 Benzadaf Gel, 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. Benzadaf Gel may cause your skin to become sunburned easily, so it is advisable to limit your time in the sun.
Benzadaf Gel 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.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Benzadaf Gel
Acne
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Benzadaf Gel ?
Erythema
Dryness
Pruritus
Skin Irritation
Sunburn
Eczema
Rash
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Benzadaf Gel
Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Benzadaf Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Benzadaf Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Benzadaf Gel ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Benzadaf Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Minoz-Bpo Gel
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Deriva-Bpo Gel
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Oxidoben Gel
Cipla Ltd
- Epiduo 0.1/2.5% Gel
Galderma India Pvt Ltd
- Epiduo 0.1/2.5% Gel
Galderma India Pvt Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication works by mechanistically combining with certain retinoic acid nuclear receptors as well as retinoid X receptors. It does not combine with cytosolic receptor protein, however. The exact working nature of this medicine is not known.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Benzadaf Gel ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
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FAQs about Benzadaf Gel
Ques : What is Benzadaf Gel?
Ans : This medication contains Adapalene which belongs to the class named retinoid. This medicament is primarily prescribed to treat acne (Nodulocystic or Resistant acne).
Ques : How long do I need to use Benzadaf Gel before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : 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.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Benzadaf Gel?
Ans : 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.
Ques : Should I use Benzadaf Gel empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : As this is a medicament to be applied externally. Thus it does not have any relation with the food intake.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Benzadaf Gel?
Ans : 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.
References
Adapalene-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/adapalene
Adapalene-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00210
ADAPALENE gel,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=ADAPALENE
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