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Adapalene Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Retinoid
  3. CVS Pharmacy

Generic: adapalene is used for the treatment of Acne Vulgaris

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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 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 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 68Âş to 77ÂşF
  • protect from freezing

Inactive Ingredients


carbomer homopolymer, edetate disodium, methylparabem, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium hydroxide

Questions Or Comments?


Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

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ADAPALENE GEL

ADAPALENE GEL USP, 0.1%

ACNE TREATMENT
  • PREVIOUSLY AVAILABLE ONLY BY PRESCRIPTION
    • FDA-APPROVED
    • DERMATOLOGIST DEVELOPED
    • ONCE DAILY TOPICAL RETINOID*

*Read consumer information leaflet before use

Oil free

Fragrance free

Dermatologist developed and tested

†COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN DIFFERIN® GEL

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Galderma Laboratories, L.P. distributor of Differin® Gel.

Manufactured by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Colvale-Bardez, Goa 403513, India

Distributed By: PL Developments

200 Hicks Street, Westbury, NY 11590

Product Label

CVS HEALTH Adapalene Gel Acne Treatment

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