Differin cream 0.1% 30g

Adapalene cream 0.1% weight / weight Why Adapalene is used: • Used on the face or chest or back to treat acne, as the skin may contain many blackheads, spots, and pimples. Do not use Adapalene: • If you are pregnant • If you are planning to become pregnant • If you have an allergy to adapalene or any other ingredients of this medication Precautions and warnings: • Do not use this medication on areas with wounds or scratches or on skin affected by sunburn or if you have a skin condition called eczema. • Avoid contact with eyes or mouth or nostril corners, and avoid other sensitive areas of the body. • Avoid exposure to strong sunlight and artificial ultraviolet rays. • If you experience allergy or irritation when using this medication, stop using it and inform your doctor. Possible side effects: General: may affect up to 1 in 10 people • Dry skin • Skin irritation • Burning sensation on the skin • Redness of the skin (erythema) Other medications and adapalene: Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medications. • Other acne products (containing benzoyl peroxide, erythromycin, or clindamycin) can be used with adapalene but should be used in the morning and adapalene at night. • Cosmetics can be used but should not cause blackheads or dry out the skin. How to use adapalene: • Used only in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and above. • This medication is for external use only. • Use adapalene at night before going to bed. • Wash the areas to be treated thoroughly with water. Make sure the skin is clean and dry before using this medication. • Apply a thin layer of the ointment with your fingertips on the affected areas and gently rub in. • Do not forget to wash your hands afterward. • The duration of use will depend on how quickly your acne improves. How to store adapalene: • Keep this medication out of reach of children. • Do not use this medication after the expiration date printed on the tube and box. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. • Keep the medication in its original packaging. Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze.