Adapalene Gel
Active ingredient
Adapalene USP 0.1% (retinoid)*
*read consumer information leaflet
Purpose
Acne treatment
Use
- For the treatment of acne
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- on damaged skin (cuts, abrasions eczema, sunburn
- if you are allergic to adapalene or any of the ingredients in this product
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding,
ask a doctor before use.
When using this product
- limit sun exposure, including light from tanning beds, and use sunscreen when going outdoors.
- do not wax to remove hair in areas where the product has been applied
- during the early weeks of use, your acne may appear to worsen before it improves (this is normal); continue using as directed, unless you get irritation that become severe
- irritation (redness, itching, dryness, burning) is more likely to occurin the first few weeks of useif using more than one topical acne medication at a timebut irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product
- it may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see result
- avoid product contact eyes, lips, and month. If contact occurs immediately flush the area with water.
- wash hands after use
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you become pregnant, or planning to become pregnant while using this product
- you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as itching, rash, hives, swelling of the lips, eyelids, and shortness of breath)
- irritation become severe
- you see no improvement after 3 months of once daily use
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- use once daily
- clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying the product
- cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. For example, if your acne in on the face, apply the product to the entire face.
- do not use more than one time a day. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results, but may worsen skin irritation.
- Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
- store at rooms temperature 68º to 77ºF
- protect from freezing
Inactive ingredients
carbomer homopolymer, edetate disodium, methylparabem, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium hydroxide