FDA gives Zydus Cadila tentative OK for generic Epiduo Forte

Zydus Cadila has obtained the Food and Drug Administration’s tentative clearance for adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.3%/2.5%.

The product is the generic of Epiduo Forte.

It is used to treat acne.

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The medication works by killing the bacteria that cause acne and by keeping the skin pores clean.

The drug will be manufactured at the group’s Topical plant at Ahmedabad.

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