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Adapco Gel: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Adapco Gel (Adapalene) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

0.1%

Manufacturer

ATCO Laboratories Ltd.

Estimated price

Rs. 298.1 - 520

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What is Adapco Gel used for?

  • Acne vulgaris (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Blackheads (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Whiteheads (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
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Important warnings

  • Don't use Adapco gel if you are allergic to adapalene or any ingredients
  • Avoid using in sunburned, irritated, or eczematous skin

Adapco Gel Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameAdapco
Generic NameAdapalene
Strength0.1%
FormGel
Drug ClassTopical Retinoid
ManufacturerATCO Laboratories Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 250 - 450 approx
Packaging30g tube

2. What is Adapco Gel? (Adapco Gel kya hai)

Adapco Gel is a topical retinoid medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for treating various skin conditions, primarily acne. It works by reducing inflammation and preventing new breakouts. Adapco Gel should be used as directed by your doctor to avoid side effects.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Acne vulgaris (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Blackheads (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Whiteheads (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Papules and pustules (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Mild to moderate acne (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Maintenance therapy after acne clearance (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Facial acne (doctor ke mashware se istemal)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals with mild to moderate acne
  • People who have tried other treatments without success
  • Those looking for long-term maintenance therapy

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to adapalene or any ingredients in the gel
  • If your skin is sunburned, irritated, or eczematous
  • Allergy to active ingredient

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Don't use Adapco gel if you are allergic to adapalene or any ingredients
  • Avoid using in sunburned, irritated, or eczematous skin

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Skin dryness, Redness, Scaling
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other topical treatments
  • Sunscreen

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe skin irritation
  • Persistent burning or stinging sensation
  • Unusual rash or hives

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Adapco GelATCO Laboratories Ltd.Adapalene
Alternative brandVariousAdapalene

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
30g tubeRs. 250 - 450 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Adapco Gel kis kaam aati hai?

A: Adapco Gel doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Adapco Gel kitni mg ki hoti hai?

A: Adapco Gel ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Adapco Gel ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Adapco Gel pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Adapco Gel ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2025-11-21 Last Updated: 2026-04-22

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Adapco Gel kis kaam aati hai?

Adapco Gel doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Adapco Gel kitni mg ki hoti hai?

Adapco Gel ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Adapco Gel ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Adapco Gel pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Adapco Gel ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.