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Deriva is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pimples. Other than this, Deriva has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Deriva depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Deriva are Skin Burning, Sensation of Burning. While these are the most often observed Deriva side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Deriva are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Deriva's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Deriva's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Deriva contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Deriva with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Deriva, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Deriva is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Deriva safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Deriva during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Deriva safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Deriva for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Deriva on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Deriva on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Deriva on the Liver?
Deriva is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Deriva on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Deriva for the heart.
Deriva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deriva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deriva habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Deriva is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Deriva will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Deriva should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Deriva cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Deriva
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Deriva with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deriva
Information about the interaction of Deriva and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 894
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; DIFFERIN® (adapalene)