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I am on differin (adapalene) cream .1% my acne was mild with congestion, spots etc. i have never had this bad skin ever as i have now using this. should i quit??

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Differin (adapalene): It depends. Your acne my at first, get worse before it gets better.If you have been using differin (adapalene) for a month with no results, see a dermatologist for help

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Answered 7/15/2014

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A member asked:

I am on differin (adapalene) cream .1% my acne was mild with congestion, spots etc. i have never had this bad skin ever as i have now using this. should i quit??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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