Epiduo gel is a topical medication used for the treatment of acne vulgaris on the face, chest, and back when comedones, papules, and pustules are present, and the condition has not responded to first-line treatment. It contains two active ingredients, adapalene (0.1%) and benzoyl peroxide (2.5%) . Adapalene is a retinoid-like compound that helps to unclog pores and reduce inflammation, while benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial agent that helps to kill the bacteria that cause acne.
Ingredients:
- Adapalene
- Benzoyl Peroxide
- Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer
- Docusate sodium
- Edetate disodium
- Glycerin
- Isohexadecane
- Poloxamer 124
- Polysorbate 80
- Propylene glycol
- Purified water
- Sorbitan oleate
Positive:
- Epiduo gel is an effective treatment for acne vulgaris.
- It contains two active ingredients that work together to unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and kill bacteria.
Negative:
- Epiduo gel may cause skin irritation, and cosmetics with irritant or drying effects should not be used with it.
- It should be used with caution during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- It may cause photosensitivity, so excessive exposure to sunlight and UV lamps should be avoided.
