Adapen Gel (Adapalene)
Price range: $50.88 through $85.80Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Tube | $50.88 | $16.96 / tube | ||
| 6 Tube | $67.98 | $11.33 / tube | ||
| 9 Tube | $85.80 | $9.53 / tube |
About Adapen Gel (Adapalene)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Adapalene
- Delivery time
- 10-14 business days after dispatch for the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia; 12-18 business days for Europe; 14-21 business days for the Middle East and other served destinations. These are estimates and customs or local carrier delays can extend delivery. Cheap_Generic_Med_Shipping_Coun…
- Indication
- Acne vulgaris
- Manufacturer
- Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Packaging
- Tube of 15 g gel
- Strength
- 0.1 % w/w
- Dosage form
- Gel
- Route
- Topical
Medicine overview
Adapen Gel is a topical acne medicine containing adapalene 0.1% w/w. Adapalene is a retinoid, a vitamin A-related medicine that helps normalize the way skin cells develop and shed inside pores. The gel is used on acne-prone skin to treat acne vulgaris, including clogged pores and inflamed spots. Adapen Gel is applied externally to the skin rather than swallowed. Current product listings identify Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd as the manufacturer/marketer and a 15 g tube as the pack.
What it is used for
Adapen Gel is used for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. Adapalene is particularly useful for acne involving comedones—blocked pores that appear as blackheads or whiteheads—as well as inflammatory acne lesions. Treatment is applied across the acne-affected area rather than only to individual visible spots because adapalene acts on the processes involved in new acne formation.
How it works
Adapalene is a topical retinoid that acts on retinoid receptors in skin cells. It regulates the development and shedding of cells within hair follicles, helping prevent the microscopic plugs that develop into blackheads and whiteheads. Adapalene also has anti-inflammatory activity. Together, these effects reduce pore blockage and inflammation and help prevent new acne lesions from developing beneath the skin.
How it is taken
Adapen Gel is for external skin use only. Gently wash the acne-affected area with a mild cleanser and pat it dry, then apply a thin film over the entire affected area as directed. Adapalene 0.1% gel is generally applied once daily; using it more often does not make it work faster and can increase irritation. Avoid the eyes, lips, mouth, broken or sunburned skin, and wash your hands after application.
Important warnings
Do not use Adapen Gel if you are allergic to adapalene or its ingredients. Avoid applying it to cuts, abrasions, eczema, sunburn, or severely irritated skin. Adapalene can increase skin irritation and sensitivity to sunlight, so limit unnecessary sun and tanning-bed exposure and use appropriate sun protection. Avoid waxing treated skin. Using other irritating or drying topical acne or skincare products at the same time may increase redness, dryness, burning, or peeling. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth. Stop use and obtain medical advice if irritation becomes severe; seek urgent medical attention for symptoms of a serious allergic reaction such as hives, facial or lip swelling, or difficulty breathing.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects are mainly local skin reactions, particularly during the first few weeks. These include dryness, redness, scaling or peeling, itching, burning, stinging, and application-site discomfort. Acne can appear worse during the early treatment period before improvement becomes noticeable. Severe irritation is less common. Serious allergic reactions can include hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, and breathing difficulty; these require prompt medical attention. Persistent or severe irritation should be reviewed by a healthcare professional.
Pregnancy
Adapalene is a retinoid. Human pregnancy data are insufficient to establish a drug-associated risk, and official adapalene labeling advises people who are pregnant or planning pregnancy to consult a healthcare professional before use. If pregnancy occurs while using the gel, obtain medical advice rather than continuing or changing treatment without guidance.
Breastfeeding
Consult a healthcare professional before using adapalene while breastfeeding. Available patient guidance advises using the smallest necessary amount on the skin and not applying adapalene directly to the nipple or areola, which helps prevent direct infant exposure.
Food, drink and interactions
No product-specific interaction between topical Adapen Gel and drinking alcohol was verified. However, skincare products containing substantial amounts of alcohol can dry or irritate treated skin and may worsen adapalene-related irritation.
Food and drink
There are no special dietary restrictions associated with topical adapalene; normal diet can generally be continued unless a healthcare professional advises otherwise. Because Adapen Gel is applied to the skin, meals do not determine its administration timing.
Storage
Store below 30°C. Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
Does adapalene cause “purging” or make acne look worse at first?
Acne can appear worse during the early weeks of adapalene treatment before it improves. Continue according to the prescribed or labeled directions unless irritation becomes severe.
Can I put Adapen Gel only on individual pimples?
Adapalene gel is normally spread as a thin film over the entire acne-affected area rather than used only as a spot treatment. This allows it to act on acne developing beneath the skin as well as visible lesions.
Can I use moisturizer with adapalene?
Yes. A gentle moisturizer may be useful because adapalene commonly causes dryness and irritation, particularly early in treatment. Avoid harsh, strongly drying, or irritating skincare products.
Do I need sunscreen while using Adapen Gel?
Yes. Adapalene can make treated skin more sensitive to sunlight. Limit unnecessary sun and tanning-bed exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
How quickly should adapalene clear my acne?
Improvement takes time. Official adapalene 0.1% labeling notes that it may take up to three months of once-daily use to see results; seek medical advice if there is no improvement after that period.
What should I do if Adapen Gel makes my skin very red or sore?
Mild dryness, redness, peeling, or stinging can occur, especially during the first few weeks. If irritation becomes severe, stop using the product and contact a healthcare professional.
Can Cheap Generic Med ship Adapen Gel to the United States?
Cheap Generic Med serves the United States under its international shipping model. Delivery is typically estimated at 10-14 business days after dispatch, although customs or carrier delays can extend transit; prescription and import requirements may also apply.
Will my Cheap Generic Med order have tracking?
Tracked international shipping is used under the standard fulfilment model. A tracking number should be provided after dispatch, although it may take 24-72 hours for movement to appear in the carrier system.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Packaging | Qty |
|---|---|
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
Related products
Acnelak CL Z Cream 15 gm Gel (Clindamycin)
Acnesol CL Gel (Clarithromycin Topical)
Clintop Gel 20gm (Clindamycin)
Erytop A Gel 15 gm (Adapalene Topical)
Persol Gel 5% (20 gm)
Retino A Cream 0.05% (20 gm)
Supatret C Aqueous Gel (Clindamycin Topical)
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.