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Adapalene / Benzoyl peroxide is a combination medication that is available as a prescription topical treatment. It is…
Adapalene / Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo®)
Usually known by its brand name Epidu®, this topical treatment is a combination of adapalene, which is a…
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Animal studies in rats showed no teratogenic…
How It Works
Adapalene works through the following mechanisms: Anti-keratinization activity Adapalene reduces the production of keratin (a sticky skin protein),…
Side Effects
The following side effects are expected to occur in the first 2-4 weeks of treatment and resolve with…
How to Use
Adapalene in 0.1% strength is available as a non-prescription topical treatment. It is usually applied once a day…
Adapalene (Non-prescription)
Adapalene is a vitamin A derivative called a topical retinoid. It helps clear acne by promoting skin cell…
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy The absorption of benzoyl peroxide through the skin after its topical application is unknown. According to the…
How It Works
Benzoyl peroxide works through the following mechanisms: Antibacterial activity Benzoyl peroxide kills acne bacteria (C. acnes). Anti-keratinization activity…
Side Effects
The following side effects are expected to occur in the first few weeks of treatment, and resolve with…