Epiduo

Epiduo Warnings Do not use the Gel for spots on broken skin or skin with eczema. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nostrils or mucous membranes. If the product enters the eye, wash immediately with warm water. This product may cause skin irritation. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV light whilst using Epiduo. Epiduo may result in bleaching and discoloration. Do not use Epiduo when pregnant.

Directions for Using Epiduo Epiduo is suitable for persons above nine years. Wash your face using warm water and a mild cleanser or soap before use.  Pat it dry as rubbing can irritate the skin and cause redness. If dry skin or irritation occurs at the start of treatment, try applying Epiduo every  other day and slowly work up to daily applications. Apply a thin area to the whole face once daily in the evening.

Epiduo Ingredients Epiduo gel contains the active ingredients: adapalene 0.1% w/w and benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/w. It also contains the inactive ingredients: docusate sodium, disodium edetate, glycerin, poloxamer, propylene glycerol (E1520), simulgel 600 PHA (copolymer of acrylamide and sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate, isohexadecane, polysorbate 80, sorbitan oleate) & purified water.

Epiduo Side Effects A small number of people get side effects from applying Epiduo. The side effects occur mainly at the beginning of treatment but subside with time. If you experience side effects, they may include; Dry skin Skin irritation and burning Itchy skin Ensure you read the leaflet provided with Epiduo for a comprehensive list of side effects.