Alene Gel

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 07 Apr 2026 | 11:10 AM (IST)

Alene Gel is a medication used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne (pimples) with blackheads/whiteheads and small, inflamed spots on the face, chest, or back. It works by reducing excessive oil production in the skin, thereby reducing inflammation or cleaning the blocked pores.

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General Information

Contains

Adapalene (0.1% w/w)

Marketer

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Use Alene Gel as prescribed by your doctor in the dose and duration specified. Do not use a larger amount or for longer than the prescribed duration. While on treatment, avoid unnecessary sun exposure and cover the treated areas with clothing or use a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun.

Common side effects of Alene Gel include dry skin, skin irritation, burning sensation, or redness. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. They may be able to guide you on how to manage or treat the side effects.

Alene Gel should not be used during pregnancy, as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. This medicine should not be used in children below 12 years of age. Avoid applying it to broken, sunburnt, or eczema skin.

Uses of Alene Gel

Treatment of Acne

Benefits of Alene Gel

Treatment of Acne
Alene Gel helps treat clear acne (pimples) and prevent new lesions. It works by reducing the production of excessive oil in the skin. It usually takes a few weeks to have a noticeable effect. Keep using it even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better; however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer.

Side effects of Alene Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alene

Erythema (skin redness)
Dry skin
Skin burn

How to use Alene Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Alene Gel works

Alene Gel is a retinoid-like medicine that works inside skin cells to normalise how they grow and shed, helping prevent blocked pores (microcomedones) and reducing inflammation in acne.

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Quick tips

Avoid getting it in your eyes or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Avoid getting any cosmetic procedures done without consulting your doctor first.
Do not use on cuts, abrasions, sunburnt, or eczema skin.
This medicine is not recommended for children under 12 years.
It is not suitable for severe acne involving large body areas.
If severe redness/peeling occurs, reduce frequency or stop and consult your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Alene Gel is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
To avoid any contact with your baby, do not apply it to the chest area.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Is Alene Gel safe to be used in pregnancy?

No, Alene Gel should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant during the treatment, discontinue the medicine immediately and consult your doctor. Do not plan a pregnancy while using Alene Gel.

Is it safe to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Alene Gel?

It is advisable not to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Alene Gel. Cosmetic products with an abrasive, drying, or peeling action may cause an increased irritant effect. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Is it normal to have a burning sensation after applying Alene Gel?

Yes, it is common to experience a burning sensation on application of Alene Gel. You may also experience redness, drying, and scaling during the first 4 weeks of treatment, which usually lessen with continued use of Alene Gel. Inform your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not improve.

How long does it take to see results from Alene Gel?

You may start noticing an improvement after two weeks of therapy, but a minimum of eight weeks is required to notice consistent beneficial effects.

Can I use moisturiser after Alene Gel?

Moisturizers may be used, if necessary; however, products containing alpha hydroxy or glycolic acids should be avoided.

What precautions do I need to follow while using Alene Gel?

You need to be cautious while applying Alene Gel. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, nose, and inside of the mouth. This medication should not be applied to cuts, abrasions, inflamed or reddened skin, or sunburned skin. Wax epilation should not be performed on treated skin, as it may cause skin erosions.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Retinoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Retinoids- Third generation

References

Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1056.
Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1810.
Sardana K, Madan A. How to Treat Acne. Sardana K, editor. In: Clinical Approach to Acne Vulgaris. 1st ed. New Delhi: CBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd.; 2015. pp. 36-37.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 24-25.
Adapalene [EMC SmPC. Watford, Hertfordshire: Galderma (U.K) Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 16 Jan. 2026] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Adapalene [Prescribing Information]. Baie d’Urfé, QC: G Production Inc.; 2012. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
Adapalene [Summary of Product Characteristics]. Mumbai, India: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2024.

User feedback

What are you using Alene Gel for?

Acne

71%

Others

29%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

58%

Average

42%

What were the side-effects while using Alene Gel?

Irritation

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Dry skin

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Marketer details

Name: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Alene Gel

Benefits of Alene Gel

Side effects of Alene Gel

How to use Alene Gel

How Alene Gel works

All substitutes for Alene Gel

Adaferin Gel

Deriva MS Aqueous Gel

Apgel

Adiff Gel

Adlene 0.1% Gel

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Alene Gel safe to be used in pregnancy?

Is it safe to undergo cosmetic procedures while using Alene Gel?

Is it normal to have a burning sensation after applying Alene Gel?

How long does it take to see results from Alene Gel?

Can I use moisturiser after Alene Gel?

What precautions do I need to follow while using Alene Gel?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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