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Apgel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Pimples are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Apgel have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Apgel. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Apgel include Skin Burning, Sensation of Burning. While these are the most often observed Apgel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Apgel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Apgel's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Apgel related warnings talks about Apgel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Apgel have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Apgel have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Apgel, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Apgel 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
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Is the use of Apgel safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Apgel for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Apgel safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Apgel for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Apgel on the Kidneys?
Apgel is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Apgel on the Liver?
Apgel is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Apgel on the Heart?
Apgel is not harmful for the heart.
Apgel 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 Apgel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Apgel habit forming or addictive?
Apgel does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Apgel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Apgel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Apgel is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Apgel
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Apgel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Apgel
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Apgel and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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)