Adapalene topical Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings

Adapalene topical is also known as: Differin

Overview

If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Adapalene Pads while you are pregnant. It is not known if Adapalene Pads is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Adapalene Pads, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Adapalene topical Pregnancy Warnings

Adapalene topical has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies (at 100 to 200 times the oral human dose) have revealed evidence of teratogenicity. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Adapalene topical is only recommended for use during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk.

Adapalene topical Lactation Warnings

There are no data on the excretion of adapalene into human milk. It does not undergo significant absorption after topical application (<25 to 35 ng/mL). The manufacturer recommends that caution be used when administering adapalene topical to nursing women.

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