Adapalene (Topical Route)
Name: Adapalene (Topical Route)
- Adapalene Topical Route brand name
- Adapalene Topical Route dosage
- Adapalene Topical Route dosage forms
- Adapalene Topical Route used to treat
- Adapalene Topical Route is used to treat
- Adapalene Topical Route side effects
- Adapalene Topical Route average dose
US Brand Name
- Differin
Descriptions
Adapalene is used to treat acne. It works partly by keeping skin pores clear.
Adapalene is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Cream
- Gel/Jelly
- Solution
- Lotion
- Swab
Pediatric
Studies of this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of adapalene in children up to 12 years of age with use in other age groups. In teenagers, adapalene is not expected to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults.
Drug Interactions
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
Other Interactions
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For topical dosage form (gel):
- For acne:
- Adults and teenagers—Apply a small amount as a thin film once a day, at least one hour before bedtime. Apply the medicine to dry, clean areas affected by acne. Rub in gently and well.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For acne: