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Difference between cream and gel form of topical adapalene?, (indication), best regards.
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Adapalene: Generally, the potency of a substance goes from (higher to lower) ...Oil, cream, gel, lotion. These differences may be minimal. Some patients may prefer the consistency of one over the other, etc. Best wishes with using this medication as prescribed for acne.
Answered 9/18/2019
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Personal Preference: Just the texture and your preference. They are the same in every other way.
Answered 9/18/2019
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