cord Epiduo Forte Generic Name: Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide (a DAP a leen & BEN zoe il peer OKS ide) Brand Name: Epiduo, Epiduo Forte Overview Side Effects Dosage Interactions Pregnancy More User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Uses of Epiduo Forte: It is used to treat pimples (acne). What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Epiduo Forte? If you have an allergy to adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, or any other part of Epiduo Forte (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow Acne Advice: Skin Care Solutions For Both Teens and Adults Alike What are some things I need to know or do while I take Epiduo Forte? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Epiduo Forte. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Certain acne products that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid can rarely cause very bad and sometimes life-threatening allergic reactions or very bad irritation. Before first use, you may need to follow certain steps to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. Use this medicine as you were told by the doctor or read the package label. Talk with the doctor. Use care when putting on. It may bleach hair or colored fabric. Skin may look worse before it looks better. You may get sunburned more easily. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun. Some weather conditions may irritate the skin. Talk with the doctor. Do not wax the affected skin. This may irritate the skin. Use of other skin products while using Epiduo Forte may cause more irritation. Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs or products on your skin. It may take several weeks to see the full effects. This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If this medicine is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. People using Epiduo Forte may get skin reactions where this medicine is used. These reactions may include burning, dryness, redness, scaling, or stinging. Most of the time, these reactions will go away within 4 weeks after starting Epiduo Forte. If these reactions last for longer than 4 weeks or get worse, talk with the doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Epiduo Forte) best taken? Use Epiduo Forte as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Do not take this medicine by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn). Do not put on cuts, scrapes, eczema, or damaged skin. Do not put on sunburned skin. Wash your hands before and after use. Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well. Put a thin layer on the affected skin and rub in gently. Do not use coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) unless told to do so by the doctor. What do I do if I miss a dose? Put on a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not put on 2 doses or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad skin irritation. What are some other side effects of Epiduo Forte? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Epiduo Forte? Store at room temperature. Protect from light. Protect from heat. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Epiduo Forte, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Epiduo Forte (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide). It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Epiduo Forte. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Epiduo Forte (adapalene / benzoyl peroxide topical) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons 22 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: topical acne agents Consumer resources Epiduo Forte (Advanced Reading) Other brands: Epiduo Professional resources Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel (FDA) Related treatment guides Acne Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Epiduo Forte Rating 22 User Reviews 7.0 /10 22 User Reviews 7.0 Rate it! Manufacturer Galderma Laboratories, L.P. 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