Treats acne and other skin conditions.
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Triaz, Brevoxyl-4, Brevoxyl-8, Triaz Cleanser, Benziq, Benziq LS, Benzac AC, Desquam-E, Zapzyt Acne, Benzac W, Desquam-X 10, Acne-10, Panoxyl Aqua Gel, Benzagel-10, Z-Clinz 10 |
Overview | Photos | How
To Use | Side
Effects | Precautions | Missed
Dose | Drug
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Benzoyl Peroxide
Triaz, Brevoxyl-4, Brevoxyl-8, Triaz Cleanser, Benziq, Benziq LS, Benzac AC, Desquam-E, Zapzyt Acne, Benzac W, Desquam-X 10, Acne-10, Panoxyl Aqua Gel, Benzagel-10, Z-Clinz 10 Uses
Treats acne and other skin conditions. Storage
- Your medicine should be kept in the refrigerator, but some brands may be kept at room temperature.
- Check your package label.
Keep all medicine away from children.
How
To Use - APPEARANCE: Soap, Liquid, Pad, Gel/Jelly, Cream, Lotion.
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
- Use only on your skin.
- Do not get this medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.
If you have fair skin, use your first dose of this medicine at bedtime.
Rinse the skin areas with water before putting on the cleanser.
- Wash your face with the cleanser once or twice daily.
To use the gel, cream, lotion, or stick: Clean or shave the area on your skin 30 minutes before putting the medicine on.
- This will prevent irritation from the alcohol.
- Use your fingertips to put the medicine on.
- Rub lightly on and around the affected area.
- Then wash your hands with soap and water.
To use the facial mask: Wash your face and dry well.
- Put on a thin layer of the mask with your fingertips.
- Let the mask dry for about 25 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water and dry.
Do not get the cream on your neck, or in your eyes, mouth, or nose.
Side
Effects - Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Burning, blistering, swollen, or peeling skin
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to benzoyl peroxide.
- Let your doctor know if you are allergic to cinnamon or anti-itch skin lotions.
Missed
Dose - If you forget to use this medicine, use it as soon as you remember.
Drug
Interactions - If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or clothes.
While you are using benzoyl peroxide, avoid using things that may irritate your skin, such as sunlight, sun lamps, cleansers with alcohol in them, or other acne lotions.
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CONDITIONS
OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information
is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions
or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular
drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional
should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or
discontinuing any course of treatment. |