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Comparison between adapalene and benzoyl peroxide side effects
| Side effect | AD (%) | BPO (%) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryness | |||
| Yes | 13 (43.3) | 11 (36.7) | 0.93 |
| No | 17 (76.7) | 19 (63.3) | |
| Scaling | |||
| Yes | 15 (50) | 9 (30) | 0.50 |
| No | 15 (50) | 21 (70) | |
| Erythema | |||
| Yes | 11 (36.7) | 7 (23.3) | 0.17 |
| No | 19 (63.3) | 23 (76.7) |
BPO=Benzoyl peroxide; AD=Adapalene
