Adapalene Lotion and Marvelon 21

• Generic Name: adapalene topical
• Dosage Forms: lotion
• Other Brand Names: Differin, Plixda

Adapalene is a medicine similar to vitamin A. It helps the skin renew itself.

Adapalene topical (for use on the skin) is used to treat severe acne in people who are at least 12 years old.

Adapalene topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azurette, Cyclessa, Desogen, Isibloom, Kariva, Mircette, Reclipsen, Cyred

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

This medicine does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.