Also indexed as: Differin®
Adapalene is a vitamin A–related drug that is
applied to the skin to treat acne.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
(for details about the summarized interactions, read the full article)
| Depletion or interference |
None known
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| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
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| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
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| Adverse interaction |
None known
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An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Interaction with Foods and Other Compounds
Topical application of adapalene may cause skin irritation in some individuals. This
irritation can be worsened when alcohol, astringents, spices, and lime are also applied to the
area.1 Sensitive individuals should use caution when using adapalene and other
topical compounds.
References
1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians Desk Reference. Montvale. NJ:
Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 1104–5.
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