Does Epiduo Forte come in generic?

Epiduo is available as a generic gel that contains adapalene and benzoyl peroxide. (A generic drug is an exact copy of active drugs in a brand-name medication.) Epiduo Forte is available only as a brand-name medication. It’s not currently available in generic form.

Why is Epiduo Forte so expensive?

– Epiduo is a combination of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide where you get your retinoid and antibiotic together. It’s expensive, likely around $250 for a tube of gel, and because benzoyl peroxide is usually quite cheap it may not be worth paying for the combo.

How can I get Epiduo cheap?

Participating pharmacies include CVS, Walmart, Kroger, and Walgreens. For more ways to save on Epiduo, eligible patients can apply for a Epiduo savings card through the manufacturer or its Epiduo patient assistance program. Instead of offering a Epiduo manufacturer coupon, Galderma Laboratories, Inc.

Is Epiduo Forte prescription only?

Epiduo (adapalene / benzoyl peroxide) combines the medications adapalene and benzoyl peroxide into one product and is only available with a prescription. Differin only contains adapalene, and one strength of it is available over-the-counter. Both of these medications are used to treat mild-to-moderate acne.

What should I not use with Epiduo Forte?

Avoid using other potentially irritating topical products (medicated or abrasive soaps and cleansers, soaps and cosmetics that have strong skin-drying effect and products with high concentrations of alcohol, astringents, spices, or limes) while being treated with EPIDUO FORTE.

What happens if you use too much Epiduo?

Do not use more Epiduo Forte than you need to cover the treatment area. Using too much Epiduo Forte or using it more than one time a day may increase your chance of skin irritation. Using it more often will not produce faster results, but may increase irritation.

What can you not mix with epiduo Forte?

Some products that may interact with this drug include: other drugs that may increase your sensitivity to sunlight (such as tetracyclines, thiazide water pills such as hydrochlorothiazide, sulfa drugs such as sulfamethoxazole, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin), other acne skin treatments (such as tretinoin.

What should you not use with Epiduo Forte?

Cosmetics with irritant or drying effect should not be used with Epiduo Forte. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and UV lamps. If your acne does not improve after using EPIDUO FORTE for 4 weeks, you should see your doctor to discuss if alternative or additional treatment is required.

Is Epiduo Forte worth it?

For Acne: “Epiduo Forte is probably one of the most effective topicals I’ve used to date (suffered from hormonal cystic acne for 8 years now) and definitely more effective than Epiduo. I’ve never written a review for an acne medication before so trust me when I say I rely on Epiduo Forte as an effective spot treatment.

What can you not mix with Epiduo Forte?

Do you have to pay for Epiduo Forte gel?

Epiduo® Forte Gel is now offered at $0 co-pay for eligible commercially insured patients* with the Galderma CareConnect Card. Treating acne doesn’t have to break the bank. Download the Patient Savings Card to receive instant savings on your prescriptions and refills. To get your Patient Savings Card, click on the link below.

Can a Galderma patient get a discount on a prescription?

As a patient with a skin condition requiring prescription treatments, the promise of some discount programs are either too complicated, temporary or more hassle than they are worth. Through Galderma CareConnect, eligible patients can get remarkable savings, paying as little as $0 on some Galderma prescription products.

Who is responsible for paying out of pocket for Galderma?

Eligible commercially insured patients* and uninsured cash-paying patients are responsible for paying out-of-pocket expenses noted below and any amount that exceeds the Galderma payment for each prescription, as follows: *Galderma CareConnect is only available for commercially insured or uninsured patients.

Where can I find the Galderma Careconnect patient savings card?

Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. *Galderma CareConnect is only available for commercially insured or uninsured patients. Patients who are enrolled in a government-run or government-sponsored healthcare plan with a pharmacy benefit are not eligible to use the Galderma CareConnect patient savings card.