Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide Benefits & Uses

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide 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

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide Related Warnings

Is the use of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide safe for pregnant women?

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide on the Kidneys?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide on the heart, information on safety of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide with Other Drugs

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Dapsone

Isotretinoin

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide Contraindications

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

Sunburn
Eczema

Frequently asked Questions about Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide

Is this Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide habit forming or addictive?

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown