Epiduo Information

Epiduo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Epiduo also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Epiduo. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Epiduo include Skin irritation. While these are the most often observed Epiduo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Epiduo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Epiduo's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Epiduo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Eczema must refrain from the use of Epiduo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Epiduo are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Epiduo have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Epiduo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Epiduo Benefits & Uses
Epiduo Dosage & How to Take
Epiduo Side Effects
Epiduo Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Epiduo with Other Drugs
Epiduo Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Epiduo
Epiduo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Epiduo Benefits & Uses

Epiduo is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Epiduo Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Epiduo Related Warnings

Is the use of Epiduo safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Epiduo. If you are pregnant, do not take Epiduo without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Epiduo safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Epiduo in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Epiduo on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Epiduo for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Epiduo on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Epiduo on the liver, information on safety of Epiduo for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Epiduo on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Epiduo on the heart, information on safety of Epiduo for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Epiduo with Other Drugs

Epiduo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Dapsone

Isotretinoin

Epiduo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epiduo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Sunburn
Eczema

Frequently asked Questions about Epiduo

Is this Epiduo habit forming or addictive?

Epiduo is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Epiduo can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Epiduo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Epiduo for mental disorders.

No

Epiduo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epiduo

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Epiduo together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Epiduo

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epiduo with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 894

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; DIFFERIN® (adapalene)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 893

Highlights of Prescribing Information [Internet]: EPIDUO® (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) Gel 0.1%/2.5% . GALDERMA LABORATORIES

Package leaflet information for the user [Internet]: Epiduo (adapalene and benxoyl peroxide). Galderma Laboratories

Product Index [Internet]: OXIDOBEN Gel (Adapalene + Benzoyl peroxide ). Ciplamed

Epiduo

Epiduo Information

Epiduo Benefits & Uses

Epiduo Dosage & How to Take

Epiduo Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Epiduo with Other Drugs

Epiduo Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Epiduo

Epiduo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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