adaple 0.1% gel - Adapalene (0.1% w/w) medicine

adaple 0.1% gel - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 28, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 28, 2026

What is adaple 0.1% gel used for?

Adaferin Gel (Adapalene) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Adapalene (0.1% w/w), which Binds to retinoic acid receptors (RARs), modulating gene expression to normalize. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Adapalene
  • Manufacturer: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š adaple 0.1% gel Uses & Benefits

Acne vulgaris (comedonal, inflammatory, and mixed acne).

Off-label uses: Photoaging, Keratosis pilaris, Melasma

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Adapalene
Brand NameAdaferin Gel
ManufacturerWallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassRetinoids- Third generation
Route of AdministrationTopical
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and heat.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionApproximately 2.5% of topically applied adapalene is absorbed through the skin.
DistributionDistributed into skin layers; systemic distribution is minimal due to low absorption.
Protein Binding>99% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismMetabolized primarily by cytochrome P450 enzymes, mainly CYP2C9 and CYP3A4.
Half-LifeApproximately 7-10 hours (topical); systemic half-life not well defined.
ExcretionPrimarily excreted in feces (biliary) and to a lesser extent in urine.
BioavailabilityLow systemic bioavailability (<5%) due to minimal percutaneous absorption.
Onset of ActionClinical improvement may be seen within 2-4 weeks of regular use.
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable for topical use; systemic levels are negligible.
Duration of ActionSustained effect with once-daily application; continuous use required for maintenance.

How It Works

Binds to retinoic acid receptors (RARs), modulating gene expression to normalize follicular keratinization and reduce inflammation.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to retinoic acid receptors (RAR-ฮฒ and RAR-ฮณ) in keratinocytes
2Modulates gene expression involved in cell differentiation and proliferation
3Normalizes follicular keratinization, reducing microcomedone formation

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take adaple 0.1% gel

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of adaple 0.1% gel

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Skin dryness
  • Erythema
  • Peeling
  • Burning sensation
  • Pruritus

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Angioedema
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rare)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Hypopigmentation
  • Photosensitivity

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Other topical retinoids Major Increased risk of skin irritation and toxicity
Benzoyl peroxide Major Increased skin irritation; use at different times of day
Topical corticosteroids Moderate May reduce efficacy of adapalene
Topical antibiotics Moderate Possible additive irritation
Sunscreens Minor No significant interaction; use as directed
Cosmetics with drying agents Minor May increase skin dryness

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Other topical retinoids
  • Benzoyl peroxide (concomitant use may cause irritation)

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Topical corticosteroids
  • Topical antibiotics (e.g., clindamycin)

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Sunscreens
  • Cosmetics with drying agents

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction; however, alcohol may increase skin dryness.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to adapalene or any component; pregnancy (category C); eczema; sunburn.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Skin irritation, dryness, peeling; therapeutic response (reduction in acne lesions).

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; unknown if excreted in breast milk.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Topical overdose unlikely; if ingested, treat symptomatically.

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 28, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for adaple 0.1% gel

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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