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Differin is a gel treatment that can be used to manage folliculitis symptoms. It’s usually used to treat acne, but can be prescribed off-label to manage other skin conditions.
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Differin is a gel that is a prescription-strength topical gel that treats acne. It can also be used ‘off-label’ to manage other skin conditions, such as folliculitis. Prescribing medications off-label means they’re used outside of their stated licence, to treat another condition. It’s safe to do, and clinicians do it often when they think it’ll be beneficial for you.
The active ingredient in Differin is adapalene, which belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. Retinoids are compounds that are derived from vitamin A, and are used often in dermatology. They can unclog pores, and help shift dead cells from your skin’s surface.
Differin works by stopping new acne from forming. Folliculitis breakouts often look like acne, and affect your skin in a similar way, causing inflamed pustules, redness and irritation. Folliculitis is more likely to cause itching than acne is, and Differin can stop this itching and restore your skin’s natural texture.
Retinoids like adapalene also work by controlling inflammation. In a study that compared it with another retinoid for the treatment of acne, adapalene worked faster and caused less irritation than its counterpart.
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Differin is only intended to be used by adults, and should be applied exactly how your clinician has advised. Usually, the gel is applied each night before you go to bed.
To apply Differin:
Wash your hands after each application of Differin. How long you’ll need to use the gel will depend on the severity of your symptoms, and how you respond to this medication.
If you feel like your folliculitis isn’t improving while you’re using Differin, let a clinician know. There are a few different options when it comes to managing this condition, so finding a medication that suits you best might involve a bit of trial-and-error.
Differin is only available as a 0.1% w/w (weight per weight) concentration gel. It can be applied directly to affected skin, and this dose should be enough to help clear your folliculitis.
The gel is available in different size tubes — 30g, 45g, or 50g. The tube you’ll be prescribed will depend on how long your clinician feels you’ll need to use it for.
Adapalene is sometimes used in lotion or cream formulas, which might be better for you if your skin is particularly dry.
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A comparison of adapalene gel 0.1% vs. tretinoin gel 0.025% in the treatment of acne vulgaris in China. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 15, pp.31–36.
Adapalene Gel, 0.1%, as Maintenance Therapy for Acne Vulgaris. Archives of Dermatology, 142(5).
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