adapalene

noun

adap·a·lene | \ ə-ˈdap-ə-ˌlēn

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Medical Definition of adapalene

: a retinoid C₂₈H₂₈O₃ applied topically to the skin in the treatment of acne vulgaris

Note: Adapalene is marketed under the trademark Differin and when used in combination with benzoyl peroxide, under the trademark Epiduo.

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