Indications & Usage
Use For the treatment of acne
Warnings & Precautions
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. If pregnant or breast-feeding , 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 becomes severe • irritation (redness, itching, dryness, burning) is more likely to occur: • in the first few weeks of use • if using more than one topical acne medication at a time • but irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product • it may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see results • avoid product contact with eyes, lips, and mouth. If contact occurs, immediately flush the area with water. • wash hands after use Stop use and ask doctor if • you become pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant, while using the product • you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as itching, rash, hives, swelling of the lips, eyelids, and shortness of breath) • irritation becomes severe • you see no improvement after 3 months of once daily use
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding, ask a doctor before use.
Active Ingredients
ADAPALENE 0.1%
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