What is dapsone topical?
Dapsone topical is an antiinfective medication.
Dapsone topical is a medicine used to help treat acne.
Dapsone topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking dapsone topical?
Do not use dapsone topical without first talking to your doctor if you have
You may not be able to use dapsone topical, or you may require a dosage
adjustment or special monitoring if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Dapsone topical is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known
whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use dapsone topical without first talking to your
doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Dapsone topical passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not use dapsone
topical without first talking to your doctor if you are nursing a baby.
How should I take dapsone topical?
Use dapsone topical exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these
instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Wash the areas of your skin where you will apply dapsone topical. Gently pat your skin dry
with a clean towel.
Apply a thin layer of dapsone topical to the areas of your skin that have acne. A pea-sized
amount of dapsone topical will usually be enough.
Rub the medicine in gently and completely. Make sure to put the cap back on the dapsone
topical tube. Close it tightly and put the tube back in its original box..
Keep dapsone topical away from your mouth and eyes.
If your acne does not get better after using dapsone topical for 12 weeks, talk to your doctor
about other treatments for acne.
Store dapsone topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose of dapsone topical?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the
dose you missed and use only the next regularly scheduled dose.
Where can I get more information about dapsone topical?
Your pharmacist has information about dapsone topical written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of dapsone topical?
The most common side effects of dapsone topical are dryness, redness, oiliness and peeling of
the skin being treated. Call your doctor if you have excessive tiredness or any side effects that do not
go away or bother you.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about dapsone topical?
Contact your doctor immediately if you develop a rash while using dapsone topical. In rare
cases, dapsone topical has been associated with serious, and sometimes fatal, skin reactions.
What should I avoid while taking dapsone topical?
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Dapsone topical may increase the sensitivity of the
skin to sunlight and sunburn may be more likely to occur. If exposure to the sun is unavoidable,
protective clothing.
What other drugs will affect dapsone topical?
Avoid using other topical medications, harsh or abrasive soaps, or cosmetics on the affected
area without first talking to your doctor.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with dapsone topical. Talk to your doctor
and pharmacist before taking or using any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including
vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
What happens if I have an overdose of dapsone topical?