Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide

When should one not use Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide

• If you are allergic to adapalene or benzoyl peroxide or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you are pregnant or are planning to have a baby.

Common side effects of this drug are:

Other General Warnings

• You experience an allergic reaction after using Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide.
• You are also applying other topical medicines (cream, ointment, lotion, etc).
• You are suffering from any other skin infections or conditions.
• You do not notice any improvement in your condition after applying Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide for a week.
• You must avoid being in the sunlight for too long.
• Do not use this medicine on cuts, scratches, sunburns, etc.
• Do not let this medicine get into your eyes, nose, mouth or on your hair. If it happens, then rinse it with water thoroughly.
• Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide is not recommended for children below 9 years of age.

How Does It Work?

• Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide works by the combined action of both its components: Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide.
• Adapalene works by decreasing the swelling, redness of the skin, thus reducing pimples.
• Benzoyl Peroxide works by killing the growth of bacteria, thus softening and peeling (or scaling) the outer layer of the skin.

Interactions with other medicines

• Since Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
• You should not use products to treat your pimples or acne containing benzoyl peroxide or retinoids at the same time as this medicine.
• You need to avoid using cosmetic products that may cause irritation, dry skin while using Adapalene+Benzoyl Peroxide.

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