Adapnil 0.1% Gel
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Product introduction
Adapnil 0.1% Gel is a medication used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne (pimples) with blackheads/whiteheads and small, inflamed spots on the face, chest, or back. It works by reducing excessive oil production in the skin, thereby reducing inflammation or cleaning the blocked pores.
Use Adapnil 0.1% Gel as prescribed by your doctor in the dose and duration specified. Do not use a larger amount or for longer than the prescribed duration. While on treatment, avoid unnecessary sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun.
Common side effects of Adapnil 0.1% Gel include dry skin, skin irritation, burning sensation, or redness. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. They may be able to guide you on how to manage or treat the side effects.
Adapnil 0.1% Gel should not be used during pregnancy, as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. This medicine should not be used in children below 12 years of age. Avoid applying it to broken, sunburnt, or eczema skin.
Uses of Adapnil Gel
Benefits of Adapnil Gel
In Treatment of Acne
Adapnil 0.1% Gel helps treat clear acne (pimples) and prevent new lesions. It works by reducing the production of excessive oil in the skin. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect. Keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better; however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer.
Side effects of Adapnil Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Adapnil
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Dry skin
- Skin burn
How to use Adapnil Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Adapnil Gel works
Adapnil 0.1% Gel is a retinoid-like medicine that works inside skin cells to normalise how they grow and shed, helping prevent blocked pores (microcomedones) and reducing inflammation in acne.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Adapnil 0.1% Gel is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
To avoid any contact with your baby, do not apply it to the chest area.
To avoid any contact with your baby, do not apply it to the chest area.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Adapnil Gel?
If you miss a dose of Adapnil 0.1% Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
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Quick tips
- Avoid getting it in your eyes or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
- Avoid getting any cosmetic procedures done without consulting your doctor first.
- Do not use on cuts, abrasions, sunburnt, or eczema skin.
- This medicine is not recommended for children under 12 years.
- It is not suitable for severe acne involving large body areas.
- If severe redness/peeling occurs, reduce frequency or stop and consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Retinoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Retinoids- Third generation
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Adapnil 0.1% Gel
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Adapnil Gel for?
Acne
89%
Others
11%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
Skin burn
25%
Itching
25%
Skin peeling
25%
Dry skin
25%
How do you take Adapnil Gel?
With food
100%
Please rate Adapnil 0.1% Gel on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Is Adapnil 0.1% Gel safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Adapnil 0.1% Gel should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant during the treatment, discontinue the medicine immediately and consult your doctor. Do not plan a pregnancy while using Adapnil 0.1% Gel.
Is it safe to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
It is advisable not to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Adapnil 0.1% Gel. Cosmetic products with an abrasive, drying, or peeling action may cause an increased irritant effect. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Is it normal to have a burning sensation after applying Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
Yes, it is common to experience a burning sensation on application of Adapnil 0.1% Gel. You may also experience redness, drying, and scaling during the first 4 weeks of treatment, which usually lessen with continued use of Adapnil 0.1% Gel. Inform your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not improve.
How long does it take to see results from Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
You may start noticing an improvement after two weeks of therapy, but a minimum of eight weeks is required to notice consistent beneficial effects.
Can I use moisturiser after Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
Moisturizers may be used, if necessary; however, products containing alpha hydroxy or glycolic acids should be avoided.
What precautions do I need to follow while using Adapnil 0.1% Gel?
You need to be cautious while applying Adapnil 0.1% Gel. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose, and inside of the mouth. This medication should not be applied to cuts, abrasions, inflamed or reddened skin, or sunburned skin. Wax epilation should not be performed on treated skin, as it may cause skin erosions.
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Name: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 3rd Floor, Dempo Trade Centre Bldg., Patto Plaza, EDC Complex, Panaji 403001, Goa, India. || Plot No. 100-105, Bethora Industrial Estate, Bethora, Ponda, Goa-403409
Country of origin: India
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