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Approved
Dec 2008
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
25/100
Clinical Trials
12
Data completeness
5/8 — Partial
EPIDUO (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) by Galderma is protein. First approved in 2008.
Drug data last refreshed 16h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
EPIDUO is a fixed-dose topical gel combining adapalene (a third-generation retinoid) and benzoyl peroxide for treatment of acne vulgaris. Adapalene modulates cellular differentiation and reduces inflammation, while benzoyl peroxide provides bactericidal and keratolytic effects. The combination addresses multiple pathogenic pathways of acne in a single formulation.
LOE Approaching10mo to LOE
As LOE approaches in mid-2027, the brand team is likely consolidating and shifting focus from growth to defensive strategies and managed decline.
Mechanism of Action
protein. Biochemical and pharmacological profile studies have demonstrated that adapalene is a modulator of cellular differentiation, keratinization and inflammatory processes. However, the significance of these findings with regard to the mechanism of action of adapalene for the treatment of acne…
Pharmacologic Class:
Retinoid
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (12)
Study to Compare the Safety and Efficacy of IDP-126 Gel to Epiduo® Forte Gel and Vehicle Gel
Started Jun 2021
686 enrolled
Acne Vulgaris
Application of Epiduo(R) PUMP in Daily Practice in Patients With Inflammatory Acne
Started Jan 2015
1,388 enrolled
Acne Vulgaris
Long-term Study of Epiduo in Patients With Moderate to Severe Acne
Started Jun 2012
6,036 enrolled
Acne Vulgaris
Effect of Samples on Acne Treatment With Epiduo® Gel
Started Dec 2011
20 enrolled
Acne Vulgaris
Efficacy & Safety Comparison of Epiduo With Doxycycline Versus Vehicle With Isotretinoin in the Treatment of Severe Acne
Started Nov 2011
266 enrolled
Acne
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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