Drug Facts
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
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use.
When using this product
Stop use and ask doctor if
- •on damaged skin (cuts, abrasions, eczema, sunburn)
- •if you are allergic to adapalene or any of the ingredients in this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
- •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 is 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.
Other information
- •store at room temperature 68°-77°F
- •protect from freezing
Inactive Ingredients
carbomer homopolymer, edetate disodium, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water, and sodium hydroxide
Patent Leaflet
EFFACLAR
ADAPALENE GEL 0.1%
ACNE TREATMENT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is adapalene gel 0.1% and what is it used for?
What should I know before using the product?
How often do I apply the product?
How do I apply the product?
How long will it take for adapalene gel 0.1% to work?
What do I do if I need to be in the sun?
Can I use a moisturizer if my skin is dry?
When is my skin most likely to become irritated? And what do I do?
What do I do if my skin becomes severely irritated?
Can I remove unwanted facial hair by waxing while using this product?
What ingredients are used in adapalene gel 0.1%?
How should I store this product?
Other Questions?
Where can I get more information?
- •Adapalene gel 0.1% is a topical retinoid medication used for the treatment of acne in people age 12 years and older.
- •Use only one time a day.