adap·a·lene
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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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“Adapalene.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/adapalene. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.
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