Differin Gel (Adapalene) and/or alternatives

General Information On Differin Gel

Differin Gel is a retinoid used to treat severe acne. This medicine helps the skin cells renew faster. It is also effective in reducing inflammation and swelling. The generic name of this drug is Adapalene.

Differin Gel is meant to be administered topically and is not meant for oral, intravenous, or intravaginal use. This drug is not an acne-prevention medicine and does not prevent or stop future acne breakouts. It should be used only, and as quickly as possible, after an acne outbreak occurs.

Side Effects for Differin Gel

During the first 15-30 days of treatment, you may experience the following mild side effects: dryness, itching, skin redness, mild burning, or scaling. Some patients may experience all of the above symptoms, while others may experience only a few of them. You should consult your doctor if any of the above symptoms persist even after a month into the treatment.

Some patients who buy Differin Gel may experience the following unlikely, but serious side effects: red eye and watering, skin discoloration, eyelid swelling, or severely red/irritated skin. Contact your doctor as soon as any of the above symptoms occur.

This topical gel is not expected to trigger an allergic reaction. With that said, you should stop your medication and seek emergency medical help if you experience any of the following: hives, swelling, wheezing, shortness of breath, or breathing difficulty.

You may experience side effects that are not included above, as this is not a complete list of side effects. The patient information leaflet that you receive when you buy Differin Gel should contain the complete list of side effects and other useful information. Before you start using Adapalene, you should go through this important leaflet.

Precautions

To ensure that Differin Gel is safe for you, keep the following things in mind – (1)tell your doctor if you are allergic to Adapalene or other ingredients used in this formulation, (2) inform your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have eczema, (3) consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or nursing an infant, (4) ensure that this topical gel does not get into the eyes, as it may cause eye swelling, redness, and/or irritation, (5) do not cover the area where you have applied Differin Gel, unless your doctor tells you otherwise, (6) before using any cosmetics over the treated skin area, ask your doctor if it is safe to apply them, (7) consult your doctor before performing any cosmetic procedures on the treated skin, (8) seek your doctor’s permission before administering this topical gel on children below 12 years, and (9) while you are using Differin Gel, take adequate precautions while going out in the sun, as this gel may increase your sensitivity to direct sunlight.

Differin Gel Dosage

The dosage of this medicine varies from patient to patient. Depending on the severity of acne, your doctor will prescribe the right starting dose for you. Later, based on your recovery, your doctor may increase your dosage. The usual dosage is to apply Differin gel once daily at bedtime.

Interactions

Apart from some topical creams, other medicines or cosmetic products are not expected to interact with this medicine. To ensure Differin Gel is safe for you, inform your doctor about any prescription-based, over-the-counter, herbal medicines, or dietary supplements that you are taking.

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