Adapalene (brand names: Differin, Differin-OTC) is a topical medication
[1] [2] It consists of a combination of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide in a topical gel formulation
If these reactions last for longer than 4 weeks or get worse, talk with the doctor
It stops pimples from forming under the skin and lowers the amount of redness and inflammation on the skin
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5% benzoyl peroxide, which can be more irritating than benzoyl peroxide alone
5% 1 time a day
Differin
For best results, it is recommended to use a BPO product in the morning and Adapalene in the evening
5% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older
Apply a thin film of adapalene and
Adapalene is a form of vitamin A and Benzoyl Peroxide is a keratolytic medicine
Adapalene is a third-generation topical retinoid prescribed for the treatment of acne vulgaris
5% had a rapid onset of action, with statistically significant reductions in all acne lesion types versus vehicle observed by Week 1
For topical use only; Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use
Azelaic Acid vs Benzoyl Peroxide
A way of using benzoyl peroxide in combination with the topical retinoid, adapalene, that studies show works a bit better than benzoyl peroxide alone
1% gel is NOT equivalent to tretinoin 0