.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.D_Dermatologicals.D10A_AntiAcnePreparationsForTopicalUse.D10AD03_Adapalene.Adapalene

Information

name:Adapalene
ATC code:D10AD03
route:topical
n-compartments1

Adapalene is a third-generation topical retinoid primarily used for the treatment of acne vulgaris. It acts as a modulator of cellular differentiation, keratinization, and inflammatory processes. Adapalene is approved for use in many countries as a prescription and recently as an over-the-counter medication.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetic parameters reported for topical adapalene in healthy adult volunteers.

References

  1. Kumar, V, & Banga, AK (2016). Intradermal and follicular delivery of adapalene liposomes. Drug development and industrial pharmacy 42(6) 871–879. DOI:10.3109/03639045.2015.1082580 PUBMED:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27031916

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