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Adapalene
CAS Number
106685-40-9
Molecular Formula
C28H28O3
Molecular Weight
412.53g/mol
Synonym

6-(4-Methoxy-3-tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]dec-1-ylphenyl)-2-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; 6-[3-(1-Adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthoic Acid; CD-271; Differin; 6-(3-(adamantan-1-yl)-4-methoxyphenyl)-2-naphthoic Acid; 6-[3-(1-Adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; 

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Adapalene is a third-generation topical retinoid (vitamin A derivative) mainly used in dermatology for the treatment of acne and other skin disorders. It works by regulating skin cell turnover, reducing inflammation, and preventing the formation of new acne lesions.