Fona 0.3% (Gel)

10 gm tube: ৳ 80.55

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Adapalene
Company Square pharmaceuticals plc
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Indications

  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris

Pharmacology

  • Adapalene acts on retinoid receptors in the skin
  • Modulator of cellular differentiation, keratinization, and inflammatory processes
  • Decreased microcomedone formation

Dosage

  • Adapalene 0.1% for affected areas, once daily at night
  • Adapalene 0.3% for entire face and affected areas, once daily in the evening
  • Not established for children below 12 years

Administration

  • Apply a thin film of gel or cream to affected skin areas

Interaction

  • Caution with concomitant use of potentially irritating topical products
  • Exercise particular caution with sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid preparations

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Adapalene or its components

Side Effects

  • Erythema, scaling, dryness, pruritus, burning sensation, skin irritation, acne flares
  • Lessen with continued use of the medication

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Use during pregnancy if benefit justifies potential risk
  • Caution with nursing mothers

Precautions & Warnings

  • Do not apply to cuts, abrasions, eczematous, or sunburned skin

Therapeutic Class

  • Topical retinoid and related preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 25°C, protect from light and moisture, keep out of reach of children

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