Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Adapalene Cream
Adapalene Cream
| Generic name | Adapalene |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Retinoid (topical, third-generation) |
| Forms | Cream, Gel, Lotion, Solution (liquid) |
Adapalene is a topical retinoid medicine, made from vitamin A, that is used on the skin to treat acne. It comes in gel, cream, lotion, and solution forms, with some strengths available over the counter and others by prescription.
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