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Acne vulgaris - Management
Topical retinoids (tretinoin, isotretinoin, adapalene)

Age from 12 years onwards
Adapalene 0.1% cream
Adapalene 0.1% cream
Apply thinly to the affected area(s) at night.
Supply 45 grams.
Age: from 12 years onwards
NHS cost: £11.40
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Wash the affected area(s) with water or a mild cleanser and pat dry before use. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.
Adapalene 0.1% gel
Adapalene 0.1% gel
Apply thinly to the affected area(s) at night.
Supply 45 grams.
Age: from 12 years onwards
NHS cost: £11.40
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Wash the affected area(s) with water or a mild cleanser and pat dry before use. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.
Isotretinoin 0.05% gel
Isotretinoin 0.05% gel
Apply thinly to the affected area(s) at night.
Supply 30 grams.
Age: from 12 years onwards
NHS cost: £6.18
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Wash the affected area(s) with water or a mild cleanser and pat dry before use. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.
Tretinoin 0.025% gel
Tretinoin 0.025% gel
Apply thinly to the affected area(s) at night.
Supply 60 grams.
Age: from 12 years onwards
NHS cost: £5.61
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Wash the affected area(s) with water or a mild cleanser and pat dry before use. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.
Tretinoin 0.01% gel
Tretinoin 0.01% gel
Apply thinly to the affected area(s) at night.
Supply 60 grams.
Age: from 12 years onwards
NHS cost: £5.61
Licensed use: yes
Patient information: Wash the affected area(s) with water or a mild cleanser and pat dry before use. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.

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