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DERIVA

    Deriva gel is typically recommended for patients who want to get their acne treated on the face, chest and back of the body. It should ideally be applied at night before going to bed. The gel’s side effects include dry lips, dry skin and upset stomach. Be wary of the quantity you apply at a single instant. Consult a dermatologist if required.

Uses

    Adapalene treats the severe acne on the face, back or chest where the skin might have lots of blackheads, spots and pimples.

Side Effects

    Dryness, scaling, mild burning or stinging, redness and itching

Expert Advice

    Stop the usage of Adapalene if you are allergic to Adapalene or have cuts, scrapes, sunburnt skin or have eczema and consult your doctor. Contact with eyes, mouth, nose or the sensitive areas should be avoided. Usage of sunscreen or protectives is recommended on the treated area and direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided. If you feel any kind of irritation or sensitivity while applying the medicine, immediately stop the usage and consult your doctor. Before applying Azathioprine, consult a doctor before applying Azathioprine if you are planning a pregnancy or already pregnant or breast feeding.

How it works?

    Adapalene belongs to retinoid-like compounds class of medication which exhibits an anti-inflammatory effect and decreases soreness and irritation. It stops pimple formation under the surface of the skin.

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MD - Dermatology, MBBS

Dermatologist•Delhi
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Apply deriva cms gel at night gently. Apply clear gel in d morning. Wash your face twice with fash face wash.
Answered 8 years ago
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MBBS, MD-Skin,VD & Leprosy, Hair Transpl...read more

Dermatologist•Mumbai
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For mild to moderate pimple we can start with topical applications. Start with Deriva CMS gel Once at night on full face.
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Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicines and Surg...read more

Ayurveda•Ghaziabad
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Hi apply pranacharya face glow on your face for 15 minutes then wash it with warm water. Take pranacharya b clean syrup 2-2 tsf twice a day. Take pranacharya allergin capsule 1-1 twice a day. Wash your face with chandrika soap.......
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Ayurveda•Ambala
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These are the methods to treat fastly pimples:
• Imbalance in hormone level causes excessive sebum production and causes acne. So do not take stress and do exercise daily such as running, jogging and long breathing exercises.
• Do YOGASANA daily. Especially do SINHASANA & SARVANGASANA daily.
• Use oil free face wash and drink 7 -8 glass of water daily. • Do not touch your pimple because your finger transfer bacteria to it and make it worse. If you touch it then clean your face with w...more
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MBBS, MD-Skin,VD & Leprosy, Hair Transpl...read more

Dermatologist•Mumbai
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You need to continue with applications atleast even if there are no pimples as preventive measure.
Start Deriva CMS gel Once at night full face
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MD - Dermatology , Venereology & Leprosy...read more

Dermatologist•Gurgaon
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These are stretch marks. Deriva Ms. Gel once a week over affected area. Fractional laser is better. Once in a month laser 6-8 sessions.
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Ayurveda•Ambala
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These are best tips to lightens and remove the pigmentation -. 1. Take fuller, s earth (multani mitti) and sandalwood powder (chandan powder) mixed in same quantity mixed in water and apply on the mark in night and wash it after 1 hour. It will slowly removes the pigmentation.
2. Take a piece of aloe vera. Apply gel of leaves on mark daily. Wash it after 30 minutes.
3. Crush one tomato and apply the paste on that area. It will lightens the pigment definitly.
4. Soak cotton gauze in r...more
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MBBS, MD-Skin,VD & Leprosy, Hair Transpl...read more

Dermatologist•Mumbai
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First of all control the pimples, marks can be treated at later stage.
Deriva CMS gel At night full face
Good Water Based Sunscreen in morning
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Homeopath•Faridabad
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Hello i would suggest you to take homoeopathic treatment for permanent cure of Acne.
*Treatment part for the acne --
1. Take kali brom 30 ch , (wsi) 3 drops daily morning empty stomach.
2. Take Berberis Aquafolium Q 10 drops with water twice a day.
* Management part for the acne--
1.drink 10 to 12 glasses of water daily.
2. Eat healthy and balanced diet including whole grain meals , green leafy vegetables and fruits.
3. avoid oily , junk and spicy food.
*Home rem...more
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