Adakem 0.1% Gel

Adakem 0.1% Gel is used to treat acne (pimples) in patients 12 years or older. Acne is a common skin condition and occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil. The acne-causing bacteria feeds on sebum (natural oil produced by skin), causing redness and swelling.

Adakem 0.1% Gel contains Adapalene, which works by loosening the cells on the skin’s surface and unblocking pores by reducing oil production. Thus, it decreases pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Use Adakem 0.1% Gel as prescribed. Adakem 0.1% Gel is only for external use. Avoid contact of Adakem 0.1% Gel with nose, ears, mouth, or eyes. In case Adakem 0.1% Gel comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with warm water thoroughly. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Adakem 0.1% Gel based on your medical condition. You may experience dry skin, irritation, redness, or a burning sensation of the skin in some cases. Most of these side effects of Adakem 0.1% Gel do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Adakem 0.1% Gel or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not apply Adakem 0.1% Gel on cuts, open wounds, scrapes, sunburned, windburned, chapped, dry, or irritated skin. Avoid exposure to tanning beds or sunlight while using Adakem 0.1% Gel as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Adakem 0.1% Gel. Do not apply Adakem 0.1% Gel in large amounts or use it for a longer time than prescribed, as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects such as irritation, scaling, or redness of the skin. If you have eczema (itchy, swollen, rough, and cracked skin) or sunburned skin, please inform your doctor before taking Adakem 0.1% Gel.

Adakem 0.1% Gel contains Adapalene (man-made vitamin A), which is used to treat acne (pimples). Adakem 0.1% Gel loosens the cells on the skin’s surface and unblocks pores by reducing the production of oil in the skin. Thus, it decreases pimples, spots, whiteheads, and blackheads. Also, Adakem 0.1% Gel increases the production of new skin cells and helps in natural exfoliation (removal of dead skin cells) of the outer layers of the skin. Adakem 0.1% Gel has an anti-inflammatory effect and thus reduces irritation and soreness.

• Dry skin
• Skin irritation
• Skin redness
• Burning sensation of the skin
• Desquamation (skin peeling)
• Sunburn

If you are known to be allergic to Adakem 0.1% Gel or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not apply Adakem 0.1% Gel on cuts, open wounds, scrapes, sunburned, windburned, chapped, dry, or irritated skin. Avoid contact of Adakem 0.1% Gel with nose, ears, mouth, or eyes. In case Adakem 0.1% Gel comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with warm water thoroughly. Avoid exposure to tanning beds or sunlight while using Adakem 0.1% Gel as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Adakem 0.1% Gel. Do not apply Adakem 0.1% Gel in large amounts or use for a long time than prescribed as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects such as irritation, scaling, or redness of the skin. You are advised not to use other acne products containing erythromycin, benzoyl peroxide, or clindamycin with Adakem 0.1% Gel at the same time as it may cause excessive irritation or dry skin. Therefore, it is recommended to use Adakem 0.1% Gel at night and other products in the morning. If you have eczema (itchy, swollen, rough, and cracked skin) or sunburned skin, please inform your doctor before taking Adakem 0.1% Gel.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking, might take or have recently taken any other medicines.

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have eczema (itchy, swollen, rough and cracked skin) or sunburned skin, please inform your doctor before taking Adakem 0.1% Gel. 

• Avoid sun exposure while using Adakem 0.1% Gel as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.

• Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem though it doesn’t clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.

• Do regular hair wash regularly and avoid hair falling across the face.

• Remove the make-up completely before going to bed.

• Avoid using products that may cause skin irritation such as harsh soaps, skin cleansers, shampoos, hair removers or waxes, hair colouring or permanent chemicals, detergents, and rough fabrics.

• Do not squeeze, pop or pick spots as it may worsen them and cause permanent scarring.
• You are advised to consult a dermatologist after using Adakem 0.1% Gel for 3 months to check your acne's improvement.
• Adakem 0.1% Gel is for topical use (skin surface) only and is not for ophthalmic (eye), oral or intravaginal use.
• Adakem 0.1% Gel should not be used by patients less than 12 years of age.

Acne (pimples): It is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells and oil, causing pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. Acne affects people of all ages but is most common among teenagers. The symptoms of acne include pus-filled pimples, uninflamed (not swollen) blackheads, and red, large, and tender bumps. The treatment for acne includes certain creams, cleansers, and antibiotics.