Adaferin Gel 0.1%

This medicine is often used to treat mild to moderate acne. It helps to prevent formation of the pimples, and white and blackheads on the skin. Adaferin Gel 0.1% also decreases the production of excessive skin oil, which helps reduce inflammation or cleans the blocked skin pores. The active ingredient is Adapalene. Nevertheless, it also contains other inactive ingredients such as carbomer 940, sodium hydroxide, methylparaben, propylene glycol, and others. Adaferin Gel 0.1% belongs to the class of medicines called retinoids. Do not use this product without a physician’s prescription because you may notice unpleasant results.

The manufacturer of Adaferin Gel 0.1% is Galderma.

Administration

• It is advised before each use to wash and dry your hands and the affected area.
• After that, apply a thin film of gel and spread it evenly on the skin by rubbing it in. You should not bandage, cover, or wrap the affected area until your doctor directs you.
• To decrease the risk of spreading this medicine to your eyes, nose, or mouth, wash your hands after using Adaferin Gel 0.1%. If you get Adapalene in the places listed above, rinse with large amounts of water. Consult a doctor immediately if the irritation lasts.

Using 1-2 times daily this gel is usually considered the recommended dose, or as directed by your healthcare professional. Do not use Adaferin Gel 0.1% more frequently than is allowed because it will not treat your condition faster. Otherwise, it may increase your risk of severe side effects. To get a better effect from Adapalene, it is recommended to use it at the same time each day. If you see no improvements in your condition within 2 weeks of treatment, inform your doctor promptly.

Dosages

Healthcare providers usually prescribe different dosages for their patients. It depends on your response to treatment, other drugs you may use, the severity of the medical condition, and age. If you are unsure what dosage is better for you, discuss it with your doctor. In addition, if you interrupt the treatment suddenly without the doctor’s approval, symptoms may return. Thus, your condition may become difficult to treat.

• Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g)

Missed Dose

In case you forget to use this medicine, you should administer the dose as soon as you remember. If it is too close to the time for the next dose, simply skip the missed dose and continue the regular schedule as prescribed. It is not advised to apply an increased amount of gel the next time to catch up because you may experience severe side effects.

Overdose

In rare cases, you may notice an overdose due to an increased dose of Adapalene. Hence, you should stop using this medicine and consult a doctor at once if you experience any of the following symptoms. For example, shallow breathing, passing out, severe dizziness, fast or pounding heartbeat, and others. If you have any questions, ask your healthcare professional.

Adverse Effects of Adaferin Gel 0.1%

This medication may give you certain side effects but if your body adjusts to Adapalene, any of the following negative effects may disappear. There are some factors that can cause adverse effects such as dehydration, overdose, and allergy.

Common Adverse Effects

Usually, patients can continue the treatment safely even if they notice any of the following adverse reactions. Check some examples below:

• Dryness, irritation, or redness of the skin
• Thinning of the skin

Severe Adverse Effects

This category of adverse effects may occur in rare cases and if you use this gel more often than is allowed. Thus, interrupt using this drug and ask for medical help right away if you experience any of them. In addition, your doctor may be able to help you to prevent or avoid side effects. Check below some examples:

• Changes in pigmentation of the skin
• Burning, stinging, or peeling of the skin at the application site
• Skin discoloration
• Increased sensitivity to light

This document does not contain a full list of adverse effects. If you experience any of the side effects listed above or any other effects, contact your doctor immediately.

Interactions

All medicines may interact with each other and Adaferin Gel 0.1% is not an exception. It means that other drugs may decrease the effectiveness of this medicine or even increase your risk of adverse effects. That’s why you should share a list of products that you are using with your doctor before using this medication. Examples include herbal products, supplements, prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, vitamins, and others. Check some examples of drug interaction below:

• Sulfur topical
• Porfimer
• Salicylic acid topical
• Benzoyl peroxide topical
• Aminolevulinic acid topical
• Clascoterone topical
• Isotretinoin
• Methoxsalen
• Methyl aminolevulinate topical
• Verteporfin
• Resorcinol topical

Discuss with a doctor before using this gel because this article does not contain all possible drug interactions. Moreover, it is not advised to start, stop, or change the dosage without the doctor’s approval because you may experience unwanted results.

Precautions

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the ingredients of the drug or if you have any other allergies. Before using this medicine, you should share your medical history with your doctor. Check some examples below:

• Sunburn
• Eczema
• Other skin conditions

Tell your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or want to become pregnant before using this medication. Otherwise, it may harm you and your unborn baby. Additionally, talk with a doctor before breastfeeding because it is not known if this medication passes into breast milk.

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