Basic Information On Differin Gel
Differin Gel is used for curing acne. The medicine is generally prescribed to be used once daily. The gel should be taken as approved by your doctor. The drug may make your skin extra sensitive; therefore, you should avoid exposing your skin to the sun. You should also be careful to not to get the gel in your eyes, mouth, nostrils or lips. You should also avoid using the gel if the seal of the tube is broken. This drug works by modulating the growth of the skin cells. Differin Gel exfoliates the skin and regulates the sebum production. The medicine is anti inflammatory in nature.
Precautions/Side Effects For Differin Gel
Differin Gel tends to show its side effects during the first 2 to 4 weeks of the use. The gel contains Adapalene, which may cause irritation, burning or scaling of the skin. You may also experience stinging, dryness or itching. You should immediately contact your doctor, if the use of brand or generic Differin Gel causes any new symptoms or increases the existing ones. Your physician may adjust the dosage of the gel or may discontinue the use.
You should not use this gel if you are allergic to Adapalene or any other ingredient of this medicine. You should not use this gel on broken or damaged skin. Care should be taken to not apply brand or generic Differin gel on eczema affected areas. It should also not be used on sun burnt skin. This gel generally takes 8 to 12 weeks to show improvement in the condition. The gel is not prescribed to be used on children below the age of 12. You should also avoid using it with other medicated cleansers or soaps.
Differin Gel Dosage
Differin Gel should be applied in a thin layer over the areas that require treatment. The skin should be properly cleaned with a non-medicated soap before administering this medication. This medicine may cause slight sensation or stinging after its application. Such reaction is completely normal. This gel may cause dryness; therefore, it is advisable to use a good moisturizer for reducing the irritation. The gel should be stored at controlled room temperature between 68 degree and 77 degree Fahrenheit. It should be kept out of children’s reach. The gel should not be frozen.
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