Differin
Differin is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 54731. The authorisation holder is Galderma SA. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is B: Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly. First authorisation was granted on 15 December 1999 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code D10AD03 places the medicine in the group Anti-acne preparations.
| Authorisation number | 54731 |
|---|---|
| Name | Differin |
| Full name | Differin, Crème |
| Authorisation holder | Galderma SA |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | B · Prescription only |
| ATC code | D10AD03 |
| First authorisation | 15 December 1999 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Differin, Crème | B | 15 December 1999 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 50 | g | D10AD03 | 10.02.0. | B |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Differin authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Differin is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 54731, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Differin have?
Differin is in dispensing category B. Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly.
Who is the authorisation holder of Differin?
The authorisation holder is Galderma SA. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.