Adaplaene: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions

Brand names: Adapalene Gel

# Adapalene Overview Adapalene is a medicine that treats acne by helping your skin clear up bumps, blackheads, and whiteheads. It works by changing how your skin cells grow and reducing swelling and redness. You apply it directly to your skin, usually once a day in the evening. It's especially helpful for mild to moderate acne and works best when used regularly over several weeks. Many people start seeing improvement after about 8 to 12 weeks of steady use. Before using adapalene, you need to know some important safety tips. Don't use this medicine if you're allergic to any of its ingredients. It can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so always wear sunscreen and avoid too much sun exposure. Adapalene may cause dryness, redness, or peeling at first, which is normal—but if your skin gets very irritated, use it less often or stop and talk to your doctor. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using this product. Keep it away from children and never use it around your eyes, lips, or mouth. If you have questions or experience serious skin problems, contact your doctor or call the number on the package.

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Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)

  • DRY SKIN3 reports
  • APPLICATION SITE DRYNESS1 reports
  • CONDITION AGGRAVATED1 reports
  • DRUG INEFFECTIVE1 reports
  • HOSPITALISATION1 reports
  • OSTEOMA CUTIS1 reports
  • POSTMENOPAUSAL HAEMORRHAGE1 reports
  • ROSACEA1 reports
  • SENSITIVE SKIN1 reports
  • SKIN BURNING SENSATION1 reports

Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.

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