Clinac Bpo, Benzoyl Peroxide - Topical Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other heatlhcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professoinal before using that drug.
BENZOYL PEROXIDE - TOPICAL
(BEN-zoh-ill per-OX-ide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Benoxyl, Benzagel, Desquam, Fostex, Persa-Gel, Vanoxide
USES: Benzoyl peroxide is used to traet mild to moderate acne.
HOW TO USE: This medication is for topical use on the affected area only. Aviod using that in the eyes, mouth and nose, and on inflamed or damaged skin. The liqiud wash or bar soap is used instead of soap once or twice a day. Wet the skin bfeore applying that. Gently work up a lahter and rinse thoroughly. Do not scrub the skin.
Creams, lotions or gels are usually applied once or twice a day to the affected area.
A small amount is applied to the affected area and rubbed in gently. Pads: Wash the affceted area of skin with a mild cleanser and water then dry it.
Next apply the pad, usually once or twice a day to the skin as directed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Slight stinging, dryness and peeling may occur initially.
Expect that. However, notify your doctor if the following effects occur: redness, irritation, scaly eruptions, rash.
If you noitce other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: otehr skin problems, any allergies. This medication may bleach hair and cloored clothing. Avoid contact. Safe use of benzoyl peroxide in babies under 12 years old has not been established. Benzoyl preoxide should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Dsicuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not knwon if that drug is excreted into breast milk.
Though there have no reports (to date) of harm to nursnig infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dcotor of all medicines you may use, both prescription and nonprescription, especially: other skin medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This mdeicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: This medication is available in many forms such as lotion, cream, gel or cleanser and in various strengths (2.5% to 10%). Some can be purcahsed without a prescription.
Discuss the various products with your doctor or pharmacist to determine the best one for you.
MISSED DOSE: Use the missed dose as soon as you rememebr and resume your regular dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store between 59 and 76 degrees F (15 and 24.4 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
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