Tactupump

Apply a thin film of gel to the affected areas of the face, chest, and back once daily in the evening after washing gently with a non-medicated cleanser and blotting dry with a soft towel.

4 pea-sized amounts should be enough to cover your whole face (e.g., one on the forehead, chin, and each cheek). Do not spot apply ­– cover the entire affected area. Avoid the eyes, lips, corners of the nose, and mucous membranes (e.g., inside the mouth or nose). Do not apply the gel to cuts, broken skin, Eczema, or sunburned skin.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Tactupump exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply more gel to make up for a missed application. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Tactupump at room temperature, protect it from freezing, keep it tightly closed, and keep it out of the reach of children. Tactupump should be used within a period of 6 months after opening for the TactuPump and 3 months after opening for the TactuPump Forte.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably: it may cause dryness and peeling of the skin; it may make your skin more sensitive to UV rays (e.g., sunlight, tanning lamps) - avoid exposure to UV rays as much as possible and protect yourself when out in the sun; it can cause dryness of the skin; when used, it may cause a temporary burning sensation; it may cause local redness; it may cause local irritation. Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Each gram of white-to-very-pale-yellow opaque gel contains adapalene 0.1% (1 mg) and benzoyl peroxide 2.5% (25 mg). Nonmedicinal ingredients: acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Docusate Sodium, edetate disodium, glycerin, isohexadecane, poloxamer 124, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, sorbitan oleate, and purified water.

Do not use this medication if you:

• are allergic to adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, or any ingredients of Tactupump
• have eczema or seborrheic dermatitis
• are pregnant or planning to become pregnant

There may be an interaction between adapalene - benzoyl peroxide and any of the following:

• Dapsone
• Isotretinoin
• medications applied to the skin that contain sulphur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid
• other acne medications applied to the skin
• multivitamins containing vitamin A
• Porfimer
• Verteporfin

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Tactupump. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.

Proper use: Tactupump should only be applied to the skin. Do not apply on eyes, lips, corners of the nose, mucous membranes (e.g., inside the mouth or nose), broken skin, cuts, sunburned skin, or open wounds. If the gel is accidently applied to these areas, rinse thoroughly with water.

You should not use other acne medications or treatments applied to the skin while you are using Tactupump, unless recommended by your doctor. Also, avoid using other products that may irritate the skin (e.g., medicated or abrasive soaps, cosmetics that have strong skin-drying effects, and products with high concentrations of alcohol, astringents, spices, or limes). Avoid waxing, chemical hair removal, chemical peels, dermabrasion, or laser treatments on skin that is treated with Tactupump. It is recommended that you use cosmetics that do not clog your pores while using Tactupump.

This medication may bleach hair and coloured fabric. Be careful when applying this medication around the hairline and use white pillowcases and sheets.

Skin irritation: Skin redness, dryness, scaling, burning, or itchiness may occur, especially during the first 4 weeks of using this medication. These effects are usually mild and lessen with continued treatment. If you experience severe skin irritation or if skin irritation that continues or worsens, contact your doctor. Your doctor may recommend a moisturizer, change your dose, or change how often you use the medication.

Sun exposure: Avoid exposure to excessive sunlight (including sunlamps and tanning beds) while using Tactupump. Use sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) and protective clothing over treated areas when sun exposure cannot be avoided. Extreme wind and cold may also irritate your skin while using Tactupump.

Pregnancy: Tactupump should not be used during pregnancy. If you can become pregnant, you should use effective birth control while you are using Tactupump. If you become pregnant while using this medication, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if adapalene - benzoyl peroxide passes into breast milk. If Tactupump is applied to the chest area, an infant may come into contact with the medication or ingest it from the mother's skin, affecting the child.

If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Tactupump, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using TactuPump have not been established for children under 9 years old. The safety and effectiveness of the higher concentration medication TactuPump Forte have not been established in children under 12 years old.

Seniors: The safety and effectiveness of using Tactupump have not been established for people 65 years of age and older.

This medication is to be applied on the skin. To use: Clean the affected area. Apply a small quantity, and limit the application to the affected area. Wash your hands after applying the medication - unless, obviously, you applied the medication on your hands! Do not let this product come in contact with your eyes or lips. Do not apply it on skin that has been cut or scratched. This product may discolour hair or clothing that it comes into contact with. Use caution when applying it. This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed.