Epiduo® Gel FAQS

• What makes Epiduo^® (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) Gel 0.1%/2.5% different?

  Epiduo^® Gel is the only topical acne treatment that combines adapalene and benzoyl peroxide in a convenient pump to help clear up the breakouts you have now and prevent future pimples from forming. The two ingredients have been proven to work better together than they do alone. Plus, having them together in a single treatment could mean fewer co-pays, more convenience and most of all, better results.

• Who can use Epiduo^® Gel?

  If you're 12 or older and you've got mild to moderate acne vulgaris, you're a good candidate for Epiduo^® Gel. But of course, you should always ask the medical experts. Call your doctor and ask if Epiduo^® Gel is right for you.

• Does it matter when I use my Epiduo^® Gel?

  It's best to use it the same time every day to help you stay in the routine. It's important not to skip days, so Epiduo^® Gel can keep doing its thing.

• How much Epiduo^® Gel should I use?

  Follow your doctor's instructions, but typically a pea-sized amount spread evenly across your face is perfect. Using more won't speed things up (sorry!), and it's not a good idea to spot-treat. Stick with the right amount and stay consistent.

• What if I forget to use my Epiduo^® Gel?

  Skipping a day of treatment can allow new pimples to begin forming beneath the skin's surface. So try to make Epiduo^® Gel part of your regular daily routine. If you miss a day, no need to panic—just start the next day with the same pea-sized amount you always use and you'll be back on track.

• How long does one prescription last?

  When a pea-sized amount is used daily, one prescription could last 3 months.

• Is it OK to be in the sun if I use Epiduo^® Gel?

  If you have to be in the sun, always use sunscreen that won't clog your pores (the package might say "non-comedogenic") and wear protective clothing over treated areas. Also avoid exposure to sunlight or sunlamps.

• Can I stop using my Epiduo^® Gel when my breakouts clear?

  Keep it up every day, even when things are looking good. Remember, Epiduo^® Gel works below the surface to help prevent new breakouts from forming. Before you stop taking your medication, make sure to talk with your doctor first.

• What is benzoyl peroxide?

  Benzoyl peroxide is one of the two effective ingredients in Epiduo^® Gel. It kills the bacteria that cause breakouts and helps prevent pimples from coming back.

• What's adapalene?

  Adapalene is a type of retinoid, and the other ingredient in Epiduo^® Gel. It unclogs blocked pores, helping to stop pimples from forming under the skin's surface and decreasing the redness, swelling and inflammation associated with pimples.

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