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Medication Guidance-Differin 用藥指導-Differin(痘膚潤)

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Medication Guidance-Differin 用藥指導-Differin(痘膚潤)

2024/1/22
  • Product: Differin Gel
  • Chinese name: 痘膚潤 凝膠
  • Content: Adapalene 1 mg (0.1%) and 3 mg (0.3%) per gram, 15g per tube.
  • Target: Apply it to the skin to treat acne vulgaris. Vitamin A acid-like ingredients, anti-inflammation, acne decomposition, and curative effects for abnormal epidermal keratinization and differentiation.

Usage and dosage

  • Apply it once a day to the affected part of the acne. Apply a layer of gel film and carefully avoid the eyes, lips and nose corner.
  • Please wash your face before going to bed at night and make sure the affected area is dry before using it.

Drug storage

  • Differin gel should be stored at room temperature (30°C), and not exposed to direct light or frozen.
  • The drug past the expiry date marked on the package should be discarded immediately.

Possible adverse reactions

  • Differin gel after use may cause skin irritation, dryness, desquamation, burning, itching, swelling, irritation and tingling.
  • The initial treatment may make acne worse. This is because the drug is applied to the deeper skin of the affected area. Please continue to use it for 8-12 weeks to see the therapeutic effect.
  • Inform your physician if you experience skin allergy or discomfort.

Special medication instructions

  • Wash hands and affected skin before applying.
  • Excessive application will not produce faster or better results, but may cause significant redness, peeling or discomfort.
  • Do not apply it to wounded or eczema skin. Do not apply it to the eyes and around the eyes and lips.
  • During treatment, the skin will be more sensitive to light. Sun protection measures should be taken, while excessive and sustained exposure to fluorescent or ultraviolet light should be avoided.
  • Precautions should also be taken as dry weather or cold temperatures in winter can increase skin irritation after medication.
  • During treatment with Differin gel, facial cleansers or cosmetics that contain different medicinal effect, astringency or alcohol should be discontinued to avoid increasing skin irritation or side effects.
  • It is not suitable for women when they are pregnant.
  • If you need to use other products, you should consult your doctor first.
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