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Compare ACITRETIN (ACITRETIN) and ADAPALENE (Adapalene) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
ACITRETIN · Retinoid
How it works
Other agent
Approved for
Adapalene, Differin · Retinoid
How it works
Mechanism of Action: Adapalene acts on retinoid receptors. Biochemical and pharmacological profile studies have demonstrated that adapalene is a modulator of cellular differentiati...
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Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
No specific warnings
Based on 26 Reddit discussions
ACITRETIN
9%
positive
11 threads
ADAPALENE
7%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
11 Reddit threads analysed for ACITRETIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
8
Avg Post Score
6 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Threads directly comparing ACITRETIN to other medications
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Hi all, Looking for some input or shared experiences from others in similar shoes. I’ve had psoriasis and PsA for several years now. Current treatment includes: * Methotrexate (MTX) – has helped, but I wouldn't call it a miracle. hasnt changed skin much, I started taking it right as a PsA flare wa
I, 25m 5'11 176lbs constantly get a sore throat all year round, get the flu at least three times a year every now and then catch a cold and almost always have a stuffy nose. I've been diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (mild case treated with acitretin) and because of depression take brintelli
I see that many people here are prescribed Isotretinoin for HS than Acitretin. But from what I have read (research papers on the drugs), Acitretin seems to work better with a number of people going into remissions for 1-4 years. Have anyone been on Acitretin? I am aware that Acitretin affects infert
> **Background:** Treatment of recalcitrant warts represents a continuing therapeutic challenge. Combination therapies can help improve treatment response, decrease adverse effects, and reduce recurrence. > **Objective:** To compare the efficacy, safety and immunological effects of a combined
* [https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW](https://imgur.com/a/9qkp9IW) * 27 * Male * 6'2 * 180 * White * Chronic since age 13; severity drastically increased at age 21 * 80% of entire body. * Previous diagnosis of Psoriasis;More recent diagnosis of Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris. * Acitretin, 50 mg/ day I'd appre
Female, 34, have psoriasis. Take cosentyx, acitretin, iron, and birth control all by rx. Non-rx I take Xyzal. Got off 7 day cruise(family event) Monday morning. Went straight to hotel, to wait for 5am flight Tuesday. About 4pm Monday I was hit hard. Vomiting and diarrhea simultaneously(and wtf Seat
I (18 M, Indian, 180cm, 186 lbs) currently on Acitretin for psoriasis and HS for 8 months got a flare-up out of nowhere 2 days ago where my whole body turned red and started burning/itching starting from my chest and ears and gradually spreading to the whole body. It was unbearable. I have my dermat
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15 Reddit threads analysed for ADAPALENE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
10
Avg Post Score
457 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Threads directly comparing ADAPALENE to other medications
Routine AM * Water Cleanse * Round Lab Dokdo Toner * COSRX 6 Peptide Booster Serum * Moisturiser * SPF 50 PM * Kose Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil * Round Lab Dokdo Cleanser * Round Lab Dokdo Toner * Mixsoon Hyaluronic Acid Serum * Moisturiser * **Apply a pea-sized amount of 0.05% Tretinoin Cream af
Hi everyone! I shared this on r/skincareaddiction and got a lot of positive feedback, so I wanted to repost it here in case it helps anyone else. Like every human, I have sebaceous filaments but mine were more noticeable than “normal.” I also have some blackheads… after my ex made me self-consci
Hi everyone! I’m 28M. Like every human, I have sebaceous filaments but mine were more noticeable than “normal.” I also have some blackheads… after my ex made me self-conscious about it I dug deep into the hole and geeked out researching what I can actually do.
Acne progress: Nov 23rd vs today. Just last week, I had a breakout and was upset that it "wasn't working." But that's why we look back! It is! Routine: AM - Benzoyl peroxide wash (Panoxyl) - Glycolic acid (alternate days) (Ordinary) - Azalelic acid (Ordinary) - Moisturizer (Soon Jung) - SPF (Supergo
The question of how to get rid of post-acne dark spots has been coming up a lot lately, so it seemed like the perfect topic for a Teach It Tuesday. I suffer from this myself, so I did a little bit of digging into the subject. **First, some terminology** This post will focus on post-inflammatory hype
Okay, most of us have probably heard that the data picture for Differin/Adapalene as an anti-aging retinoid is pretty limited right now, especially vs. tretinoin. (Although recent data seem promising!) I’ve heard some derms recommend it for anti-aging and some not. While it is “the gold standard”, t
From what I understand, adapalene is used for acne maintenance, so are tazorac and the like. But retinols OTC are used for anti-aging. Aren't they essentially in the same class though? Has there been any head to head trial between any of them for a certain indication? (I have not been able to found
(27F, 150lbs, White) Struggling with acne and have been on 50mg of spironolactone twice a day, birth control (Blisovi 24Fe), azelaic acid 15% in AM and 0.3% adapalene in PM for 2 months face acne showing success. Recent bloodwork all looked normal for thyroid issues and PCOS, but high free testoster
Hi there I’m a 18 y/o female. The other day I used nair cream on my face and I forgot that I use an acne medication called Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide which makes my skin super sensitive so when I put the nair cream on it burned my skin and it was very painful. The nair cream was on for about 6-
You can call me E, I'm F16. (For any prescriptions, I recently(yesterday) got prescribed Adapalene-bnzyl Perox 0.1-2.5% for my acne) Typically Ill wear tampons over pads, and recently (a few days ago) I went to the bathroom and afterwards realized I hadn't changed my tampon and went back to realize
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Both ACITRETIN and ADAPALENE belong to the Retinoid class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients. ACITRETIN is administered via Oral, whereas ADAPALENE uses Topical. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
ACITRETIN carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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