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DIFFERIN® (adapalene)
GEL, 0.3% DIFFERIN® (adapalene)
LOTION, 0.1%
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Indication and Dosing Information for Differin® Lotion, 0.1%

Indication

  • Differin® (adapalene) Lotion, 0.1% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older

Dosing

  • Direct patients to apply a thin film of Differin® Lotion, 0.1% once daily to the entire face and other affected areas of the skin after washing gently with a mild, nonmedicated soap
  • Patients should avoid application to the areas of skin around eyes, lips, and mucous membranes
  • Differin® Lotion, 0.1% is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use
  • The product should not be applied to cuts, abrasions, or eczematous or sunburned skin. As with other retinoids, the use of "waxing" as a depilatory method should be avoided on skin treated with Differin® Lotion, 0.1%

Important Safety Information

Differin® Gel, 0.3% and Differin® Lotion 0.1% are both indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older. Adverse events reported with use of Differin® products include skin dryness, erythema, scaling, stinging and burning. Most adverse events reported were mild to moderate in severity, occurred early in treatment and decreased thereafter. With use of Differin® Gel 0.3%, adverse events may also include general skin discomfort, pruritus and sunburn. Excessive exposure to sunlight and sunlamps should be avoided during treatment with all Differin® products, and use of sunscreen products and protective clothing is recommended. Concomitant use of drying or irritating topical products (like products containing resorcinol, salicylic acid or sulfur) should be used with caution. Instruct patients to avoid the eyes, lips and mucous membranes when applying Differin® products, and not to apply to areas that have been depilated with wax products. Differin® products have not been tested in pregnant or nursing women, or with the elderly. Both Differin® Gel, 0.3% and Differin® Lotion 0.1% are Pregnancy Category C. Please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Gel, 0.3% and please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Lotion, 0.1%.
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Important Safety Information

Differin® Gel, 0.3% and Differin® Lotion 0.1% are both indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older. Adverse events reported with use of Differin® products include skin dryness, erythema, scaling, stinging and burning. Most adverse events reported were mild to moderate in severity, occurred early in treatment and decreased thereafter. With use of Differin® Gel 0.3%, adverse events may also include general skin discomfort, pruritus and sunburn. Excessive exposure to sunlight and sunlamps should be avoided during treatment with all Differin® products, and use of sunscreen products and protective clothing is recommended. Concomitant use of drying or irritating topical products (like products containing resorcinol, salicylic acid or sulfur) should be used with caution. Instruct patients to avoid the eyes, lips and mucous membranes when applying Differin® products, and not to apply to areas that have been depilated with wax products. Differin® products have not been tested in pregnant or nursing women, or with the elderly. Both Differin® Gel, 0.3% and Differin® Lotion 0.1% are Pregnancy Category C. Please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Gel, 0.3% and please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Lotion, 0.1%.