Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g)

Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) is a prescription acne medicine that contains 0.1% adapalene in each 15 g tube of gel. Adapalene is a topical retinoid, a drug class used to treat acne by helping prevent clogged pores and reducing inflammation. Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) is applied to the skin to treat acne vulgaris, including blackheads, whiteheads, and inflammatory pimples. It is intended for acne-prone skin on areas such as the face, chest, or back when a clinician recommends a topical retinoid.

How it works: Adapalene helps keep skin cells from sticking together inside pores, which lowers the chance of blocked pores forming acne lesions. In gel form, Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) spreads thinly over the skin and delivers adapalene directly where acne starts, helping reduce new breakouts over time.

Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) is the standard lower-strength adapalene gel form commonly used when a doctor wants effective acne treatment with a once-daily topical retinoid. Because it is a 0.1% gel, it may be better suited for people who are starting adapalene or who need a lighter, easier-to-spread gel texture rather than a higher-strength product. A clinician may choose Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) to balance acne control with tolerability, especially if skin sensitivity is a concern.

• Acne vulgaris
• Blackheads
• Whiteheads
• Inflamed acne pimples
• Acne-prone facial skin
• Acne on the chest or back

• Use Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) exactly as prescribed and apply it only to the skin.
• Wash the affected area with a mild cleanser, rinse well, and pat completely dry before applying the gel.
• Apply a thin layer, usually once daily in the evening, to the entire acne-prone area rather than just individual pimples.
• Avoid the eyes, lips, nostrils, and broken or eczematous skin.
• Use only a pea-sized amount for the face unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Wash your hands after applying unless you are treating the hands themselves.

Each tube of Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) contains adapalene 0.1% for topical use. The usual application is once daily, but the exact amount and duration depend on the area being treated and your doctor’s instructions; do not apply more than prescribed in an attempt to speed results.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Adapalene may include:

• Dry skin
• Redness
• Peeling or flaking
• Stinging or burning after application
• Itching
• Mild skin irritation, which can be more noticeable when first starting 0.1% gel

• Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) is for external use only and should not be swallowed.
• This 0.1% gel can cause dryness and irritation, so start exactly as directed and do not apply extra amounts.
• Use sunscreen and limit sun exposure, because adapalene can make skin more sensitive to sunlight.
• Do not apply to cuts, sunburned skin, eczema, or areas with severe irritation unless your doctor says to.
• Avoid harsh scrubs, astringents, peeling agents, and other irritating acne products unless your clinician approves them.
• Tell your prescriber if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding so they can advise on safe use.
• If irritation becomes severe, your doctor may change how often you use Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) or stop it temporarily.

• Other topical retinoids
• Benzoyl peroxide products, which may increase dryness or irritation if used together
• Topical products containing alcohol, salicylic acid, sulfur, resorcinol, or alpha hydroxy acids
• Waxing, abrasive cleansers, or peeling treatments on the same area

Store Adaferin Gel 0.1% (15 g) tightly closed at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.