DIFFERIN®
GEL
ADAPALENE
GEL 0.1%
ACNE TREATMENT
Original tube
• Previously available only by prescription
• FDA approved
• Dermatologist Developed
• One Daily Topical Retinoid*
NET WT 0.5 oz (15 g)
Differin® Gel
Take a different approach to clearing-and preventing-your acne. Non-comedogenic, fragrance-free Differin® Gel contains the retinoid adapalene, the first over-the-counter active ingredient for acne in more than 30 years. It’s what you and your skin have been waiting for. Use daily. Get consistently clear.
• Clears acne with the power of Rx, without a prescription needed
• Prevents breakouts, blackheads, whiteheads, blemishes and clogged pores
• Restores skin tone and texture by clearing acne
• Differin® Gel can be used to effectively treat acne or "maskne" caused by wearing face masks or facial coverings
First FDA-approved over-the-counter topical retinoid* for acne treatment
• Oil Free
• Fragrance Free
• Dermatologist developed and tested
Use:
• For the treatment of acne
Other information:
• store at room temperature 68° - 77°F
• protect from freezing
GALDERMA
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Made in Canada
*Read carton and enclosed consumer information leaflet before using this product. Keep this carton and consumer information leaflet. They contain important information.
Warnings:
• For external use only
• Do not use
- on damaged skin (cuts, abrasions, eczema, sunburn)
- if you are allergic to adapalene or any of the ingredients in this product.
• If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use.
• When using this product
- limit sun exposure, including light from tanning beds, and use sunscreen when going outdoors
- do not wax to remove hair in areas where the product has been applied
- during the early weeks of use, your acne may appear to worsen before it improves (this is normal); continue using as directed, unless you get irritation that becomes severe
- irritation (redness, itching, dryness, burning) is more likely to occur: in the first few week of use, if using more than one topical acne medication at a time, but irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product
- it may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see results
- avoid product contact with eyes, lips, and mouth. If contact occurs, immediately flush the area with water.
- wash hands after use
• Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have become pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, while using the product
- you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as itching, rash, hives, swelling of the lips, eyelids, and shortness of breath)
- irritation becomes severe
- you see no improvement after 3 months of once daily use
• Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions:
• Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- Use once daily.
- Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying the product.
- Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. For example, if your acne is on the face, apply the product to the entire face.
- Do not use more than one time a day. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results, but may worsen skin irritation.
• Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.
Ingredients:
[Drug Facts]
• Active ingredients: Adapalene 0.1% (retinoid)* - Acne treatment
• Inactive ingredients:
- carbomer 940, edetate disodium, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water and sodium hydroxide.
- May contain hydrochloric acid to adjust pH.
*read consumer information leaflet.