Adapalene/Benzoyl peroxide STADA
Adapalene/Benzoyl peroxide Stada is used to treat acne.
Form
geeli
Strength
3 mg/g + 25 mg/g
Active Ingredient
Adapalene
Manufacturer
STADA Arzneimittel AG
How to Use
Dosage
Apply a thin layer of gel evenly to acne-affected areas once a day before bedtime.
Method
Clean and dry your skin before applying the gel. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the gel.
Important
Apply the gel once daily. Do not use more than prescribed by your doctor to avoid skin irritation.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dry skin
- •Local contact dermatitis (irritation)
- •Burning sensation
- •Skin irritation
- •Redness of skin
- •Scaling
RARE
- •Itching skin
- •Sunburn
- •Facial swelling
- •Allergic contact dermatitis
- •Eyelid swelling
- •Throat tightness
- •Skin pain (stinging pain)
- •Blisters
- •Difficulty breathing
- •Darkening of light skin tone
- •Lightening of dark skin tone
- •Application site burn
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, or any other ingredient. Do not use if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Do not use on broken skin, cuts, scrapes, sunburned skin, or rashes.
- Avoid getting the gel in your eyes, mouth, nostrils, or other sensitive areas. If it does, rinse immediately with plenty of warm water.
- Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and UV lamps.
- Avoid getting the gel on hair or colored fabrics as it may bleach them. Wash your hands thoroughly after use.
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- Do not use other acne products containing benzoyl peroxide or retinoids at the same time.
- Avoid using irritating, drying, or exfoliating cosmetic products at the same time.
- The gel should not be used on children under 9 years of age.