Differin (Adapalene) - Side Effects and Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Some adverse effects such as erythema, scaling, dryness, pruritus, and burning will occur in 10-40% of patients. Pruritus or burning immediately after application also occurs in approximately 20% of patients. The following additional adverse experiences were reported in approximately 1% or less of patients: skin irritation, burning/stinging, erythema, sunburn, and acne flares. These are most commonly seen during the first month of therapy and decrease in frequency and severity thereafter. All adverse effects with use of DIFFERIN Gel during clinical trials were reversible upon discontinuation of therapy.

REPORTS OF SUSPECTED DIFFERIN SIDE EFFECTS / ADVERSE REACTIONS

Possible Differin side effects / adverse reactions in 48 year old female

Reported by a consumer/non-health professional from United States on 2011-10-26

Patient: 48 year old female

Reactions: Burning Sensation, Pruritus, Eye Swelling, Rash, Erythema

Suspect drug(s):
Differin
    Administration route: Topical
    Indication: Acne Cystic
    Start date: 2011-07-14
    End date: 2011-07-14

Doxycycline
    Indication: Acne Cystic
    Start date: 2011-07-07

Possible Differin side effects / adverse reactions in 48 year old female

Reported by a consumer/non-health professional from United States on 2011-12-13

Patient: 48 year old female

Reactions: Burning Sensation, Pruritus, Eye Swelling, Rash, Erythema

Suspect drug(s):
Differin
    Administration route: Topical
    Indication: Acne Cystic
    Start date: 2011-07-14
    End date: 2011-07-14

Doxycycline
    Indication: Acne Cystic
    Start date: 2011-07-07

Possible Differin side effects / adverse reactions in 14 year old female

Reported by a consumer/non-health professional from United States on 2012-02-17

Patient: 14 year old female

Reactions: Burns Second Degree, Burns Third Degree, Skin Irritation, Blister

Suspect drug(s):
Differin