Epiduo/Epiduo Forte Dosage/Direction for Use

Epiduo: Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo) should be applied to the entire acne affected areas once a day in the evening on a clean and dry skin.
Paediatric population: See Use in Children under Precautions. Usual the following day, and the usual amount should be applied.
A thin film of gel should be applied, with the fingertips, avoiding the eyes and lips.
If irritation occurs, the patient should be directed to apply non-comedogenic moisturizers, to use the medication less frequently (e.g. every other day), to suspend use temporarily, or to discontinue use altogether.
The duration of treatment should be determined by the Doctor on the basis of the clinical condition. Early signs of clinical improvement usually appear after 1 to 4 weeks of treatment.
Epiduo Forte: Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo Forte) Topical Gel should be applied as a thin film to the entire acne affected areas of the face, chest and back once daily in the evening, on a clean and dry skin.
A small amount of Adapalene + Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo Forte) should be applied to provide a thin film, avoiding eyes, lips and mucous membranes. These medications should not be applied to cuts, abrasions, eczematous, or sunburned skin.
If irritation occurs, the patient should be directed to apply non-comedogenic moisturizers.
Discontinue treatment if a severe local inflammatory response is experienced. Reinstitute therapy when the reaction has subsided, initially applying the preparation less frequently (e.g. every other day). Once-daily application may be resumed if it is judged that the patient is able to tolerate the treatment.
Missed Dose: If a single dose is missed, dosing should continue as per usual the following day, and the usual amount should be applied.