If there still no improvement after 3 months of use, you need to advise with a dermatologist. There are actually 2 types of Epiduo. The regular Epiduo gel that contains Adapalene 0. In addition, the effect of Epiduo alone or in combination with other drugs on quality of life and patient adherence will be assessed under marketed conditions.
The observational study is designed as a multicentre study, covering all parts of Germany. Participating investigators are dermatologists with an adequate patient pool of acne patients. The observation time per patient will be 9 months. An interim and final examination with subsequent documentation are designated to be performed about 3 and 9 months after the start of treatment, respectively. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study.
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies. Hide glossary Glossary Study record managers: refer to the Data Element Definitions if submitting registration or results information. Search for terms. Save this study. Warning You have reached the maximum number of saved studies Some benzoyl peroxide products are available on prescription only.
This is because they contain other active ingredients such as antibiotics or retinoids exfoliants. Many popular skincare brands also make products that contain benzoyl peroxide, but at a lower strength. These are available to buy in pharmacies, supermarkets and shops. To make sure benzoyl peroxide is safe for you, tell your doctor before using this medicine if you:. If your skin becomes dry or starts peeling, try using benzoyl peroxide less often.
Put it on once a day or once every 2 days, until your skin gets used to it. Benzoyl peroxide can bleach or discolour your hair, as well as clothes, towels and bedding. Keep it away from hair and coloured fabrics.
You'll usually use the gel once or twice a day. If you have sensitive skin, use the gel once a day, before going to bed. Try to avoid strong sunlight while using benzoyl peroxide gel. Use an oil-free sunscreen, or a moisturiser or foundation with added SPF In stronger sunlight, use SPF30 or above. Ask a pharmacist to help you pick a sunscreen that's right for your skin type. Benzoyl peroxide will usually start to work within 4 weeks, but once your acne is under control you may want to keep using it to stop your acne coming back.
If you use too much benzoyl peroxide, your skin may become irritated. Wash off as much as you can and wait for the irritation to go away.
When your skin has calmed down again, you can start using benzoyl peroxide again. Be careful to follow the instructions on the package. Keep benzoyl peroxide away from your eyes.
If you get the gel or wash in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water for a few minutes or until it stops stinging. These common side effects happen in more than 1 in 10 people. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or do not go away:.
These serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people. Stop using benzoyl peroxide if:. If your symptoms do not get better within a couple of days or if they get worse at any time, contact a doctor straight away. In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to benzoyl peroxide. These are not all the side effects of benzoyl peroxide. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicine packet. You can report any suspected side effects to the UK Safety Scheme.
Although it's generally OK to use benzoyl peroxide when you're breastfeeding, do not use it on your chest area and wash your hands before touching your baby. This is so your baby does not come into contact with it. Tell a pharmacist or doctor if you're trying to get pregnant, already pregnant or breastfeeding. Some products and medicines can irritate your skin if you use them while you're treating your skin with benzoyl peroxide gel or wash. Do not use benzoyl peroxide with any other medicines that may have drying or irritating effects on your skin.
Teen acne is caused by hormones called androgens. Androgens can overstimulate the sebaceous glands deep within your hair follicles pores causing them to produce extra sebum oil , which can clog pores and lead to acne. When a follicle is plugged, naturally occurring bacteria has an opportunity to grow and multiply, causing an inflammatory response in the follicle and surrounding skin.
The inflammatory response is different for everyone, but the most common presentation is the red, swollen, painful bumps you know as acne. Before and After Treatment Not an actual patient, individual results may vary.
Results are simulated to show average improvement as seen in clinical trials. How quickly your skin begins to improve depends on your skin type, severity of acne symptoms and how committed you are to the daily application. Introduce Epiduo Forte Gel as part of your daily skincare routine.
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