Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Differin Gel

Differin Gel

Generic nameadapalene
Drug classretinoid
FormsGel (0.3%)

Differin Gel is a medicine you put on your skin (topical) to treat acne in people 12 years and older. The active ingredient is adapalene, which is a type of retinoid (a vitamin A-related medicine).

Read the full guideUses, dosage, side effects, precautions, and sources, written from the same verified facts.

General information, not medical advice

Your prescriber and the leaflet in your pack know your situation. This page does not.

  • Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
  • Doses and warnings differ by country and product
Facts checked by a personFull disclaimer

More videos