How do you apply Epiduo?

Gently clean the affected skin with a mild or soapless cleanser and pat dry. Apply a thin layer of this medication usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. Use your fingertips to apply a small amount of medication (about the size of a pea) to the affected areas of skin. Use this medication on the skin only.

How do you use Epiduo for best results?

Clean and pat dry the skin to be treated. Use a pea-sized amount of the gel for each treatment area (chin, forehead, and each cheek). Apply the medicine in a thin layer and rub in gently. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using this medicine.

Do you apply Epiduo all over your face?

️ You can use Epiduo on your face, back or chest. ️ Apply Epiduo thinly to the whole area where you get acne once a day before going to bed. ️ Protect treated areas of skin from sunlight with suncream or clothing while using Epiduo, even on a bright but cloudy day.

Do you rub in Epiduo?

1) When applying the gel, do not rub the skin. Also, take care to avoid getting it in your eyes, on your lips, the wings of your nose, mucous membranes, wounds, or skin affected by eczema. If you accidentally get it in your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with water.

How do you use Epiduo 0.1 2.5 gel?

Apply a thin film ofgel evenly over acne affected areas once a day at bedtime, avoiding the eyes, lips and nostrils. The skin should be clean and dry before application. You should wash your hands thoroughly after you have used Epiduo. Your doctor will tell you how long you will need to use Epiduo.

Can I apply Epiduo after moisturizer?

If your skin is uncomfortably dry, use an oil-free, fragrance-free moisturizer every day. Apply Epiduo first, let it absorb for about 20 minutes, and then layer the moisturizer over the top. (You can also ask your dermatologist how to incorporate a moisturizer into your treatment regimen.)

Can you put Epiduo over moisturizer?

What face wash to use with Epiduo?

Epiduo needs gentle cleansers (like Cetaphil) so that the skin is not irritated. Do you find this helpful? Hi! Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is more commonly recommended for use on skin prone to irritation, which could occur when using a treatment like Epiduo.

Can I put moisturizer over Epiduo?

Apply Epiduo first, let it absorb for about 20 minutes, and then layer the moisturizer over the top. (You can also ask your dermatologist how to incorporate a moisturizer into your treatment regimen.)

Does everyone purge on Epiduo?

Breakouts caused by purging typically resolve within the first few weeks of starting treatment with Epiduo or Epiduo Forte. Clinical studies haven’t shown that either Epiduo or Epiduo Forte specifically cause skin purging. However, both of these medications contain the active drug adapalene.

Can I use Epiduo twice a day?

Apply EPIDUO gel 1 time a day. Do not use more EPIDUO gel than you need to cover the treatment area. Using too much EPIDUO gel or using it more than 1 time a day may increase your chance of skin irritation.

Can I use BHA with Epiduo?

Do NOT use Epiduo™ Gel with any alpha hydroxy, hydroxy or glycolic acid products. Do NOT use any oil-based cosmetics or oil-based moisturizers. Make sure all cosmetics and moisturizer you use are noncomedogenic or nonacnegenic.

How do I use Epiduo?

Apply a very small amount of the medicine to 1 or 2 small acne areas every day for 3 days in a row. If there is no reaction, begin using the full prescribed amount on the 4th day. Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine. Epiduo is usually applied one time per day. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

How often should Epiduo be applied?

Epiduo gel should be applied to affected areas of the face and/or trunk once daily after washing. A pea-size amount is applied to each area of the face (e.g., forehead, chin, each cheek). Avoid the eyes, lips, and mucous membranes. What happens if I miss a dose?

What precautions should be taken when using Epiduo gel?

Exposure to sunlight, including sunlamps, should be minimized during the use of Epiduo gel. Patients with high levels of sun exposure and those with inherent sensitivity to sun should exercise particular caution. Use of sunscreen products and protective apparel, (e.g., hat) are recommended when exposure cannot be avoided.

How do I apply Epiduo and benzoyl peroxide?

Apply Epiduo first, let it absorb for about 20 minutes, and then layer the moisturizer over the top. (You can also ask your dermatologist how to incorporate a moisturizer into your treatment regimen.) Benzoyl peroxide can bleach clothing and towels, but it won’t bleach skin, so try not to get it on fabric that you don’t want to be discolored.