Epiduo
Epiduo gel treats acne by using two active ingredients that reduce acne-causing skin issues and kill bacteria.
Form
geeli
Strength
0.1 % / 2.5 %
Active Ingredient
Adapalene
Manufacturer
Galderma Nordic AB
How to Use
Dosage
A thin layer of gel.
Method
Apply once daily to clean, dry skin on affected areas before bedtime. Wash hands after use.
Important
Do not exceed one application per day. Using more will not improve acne faster and may cause skin irritation.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dry skin
- •Local skin irritation (contact dermatitis)
- •Burning sensation
- •Skin irritation
- •Redness of the skin
- •Peeling or scaling skin
RARE
- •Itching
- •Sunburn
- •Swelling of the face
- •Allergic contact eczema
- •Swelling of the eyelids
- •Feeling of tightness in the throat
- •Stinging pain in the skin
- •Blisters
- •Difficulty breathing
- •Skin discoloration
- •Burn at the application site
Important Warnings
- Do not use Epiduo on cuts, scrapes, sunburned skin, or skin rashes like eczema.
- Keep Epiduo away from your eyes, mouth, nostrils, and other very sensitive body areas. If it gets on these areas, rinse right away with plenty of warm water.
- Avoid too much sun and UV lamps when using Epiduo.
- Be careful not to get Epiduo on your hair or colored clothes, as it might bleach them. Wash your hands well after you use it.
- Do NOT use Epiduo if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
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- Do not use other acne medicines (especially those with similar ingredients) at the same time as Epiduo.
- Do not use irritating, drying, or peeling skin products with Epiduo.