Epiduo Forte TM
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Active ingredients: adapalene + benzoyl peroxide
Brand name
(ARTG)
: EPIDUO FORTE adapalene/benzoyl peroxide 0.3%/2.5% gel bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cutaneous treatment of acne vulgaris, when comedones, numerous papules and pustules are present in patients 12 years of age and older and the condition has not responded to first line treatment (see clinical trials).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Gel
- Topical
- White to very pale yellow opaque gel
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 15g pack
- 30g pack
- 45g pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient adapalene + benzoyl peroxide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
