benzoyl peroxide

Generic: BENZOYL PEROXIDE

Over-the-Counter DrugTOPICAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
benzoyl peroxide
Generic Name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Manufacturer
Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
TOPICAL
Application Number
0ba5e88c-a4d5-4550-93fa-d3d7fee45f9f

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

Use for the treatment of acne

Warnings

Warnings For external use only Do not use if you • have very sensitive skin • are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product • 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. • avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen • avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth • avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this produ...

Read full warnings

Warnings For external use only Do not use if you • have very sensitive skin • are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product • 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. • avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen • avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth • avoid contact with hair and 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. 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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