Benzoyl Peroxide

Generic: BENZOYL PEROXIDE

Over-the-Counter DrugTOPICAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
Benzoyl Peroxide
Generic Name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Manufacturer
Burel Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
TOPICAL
Application Number
0617d42d-511d-4c1a-a919-b37abbc14efc

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

Use For the treatment of acne

Warnings

Warnings: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes. Do not use if you have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product Avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen. Avoid contact with eyes, lips, and mouth. Avoid contact with hair or dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product. Skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by ...

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Warnings: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes. Do not use if you have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product Avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen. Avoid contact with eyes, lips, and mouth. Avoid contact with hair or dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product. Skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration. Skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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Benzoyl Peroxide - Side Effects, Warnings, Uses | FDA Drug Database