Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide
Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide; Generic name: ADAPALENE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE; Drug class: Retinoid [EPC].
| Brand name | Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide |
|---|---|
| Generic name | ADAPALENE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE |
| Drug class | Retinoid [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. |
| Used for | 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide topical gel is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide topical gel is a combination of adapalene, a retinoid, and benzoyl peroxide and is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. ( 1 ) |
| Dosage | 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For topical use only. Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide topical gel is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Apply a thin layer of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide topical gel to affected areas of the face and/or trunk once daily after washing. Use a pea-sized amount for each area of the face (e.g., forehead, chin, each cheek). Wash hands after application as adapalene and benzoyl peroxide topical gel may bleach hair or colored fabrics. Avoid the eyes, lips and mu |
| Active ingredient(s) | ADAPALENE |
| Route | TOPICAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=13fc72e9-7178-4a8b-9fe8-d88ba591dac8 |