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Adapen is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Pimples. The alternative uses of Adapen have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Adapen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Adapen include Skin Burning, Sensation of Burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Adapen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Adapen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Adapen's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Adapen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Adapen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Adapen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Adapen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Adapen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Adapen safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Adapen for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Adapen safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Adapen in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Adapen on the Kidneys?
Adapen does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Adapen on the Liver?
Adapen is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Adapen on the Heart?
Adapen is not harmful for the heart.
Adapen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adapen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Adapen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Adapen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Adapen since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Adapen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Adapen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Adapen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Adapen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Adapen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Adapen with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 894
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; DIFFERIN® (adapalene)