benzoyl peroxide topical: Adult Dosing

Dosage forms: 5,6.5,8.5,10% crm; 2.5,4.5,5,6.5,8.5,10% gel; 5,10% lot; 4.5,6.5% pads; 2.5,4,4.5,5,6.5,8,8.5,10% wash

acne vulgaris

apply qd-bid

Info: wash, rinse, dry before applying; may bleach hair, fabric

benzoyl peroxide topical: Peds Dosing

Dosage forms: 5,6.5,8.5,10% crm; 2.5,4.5,5,6.5,8.5,10% gel; 5,10% lot; 4.5,6.5% pads; 2.5,4,4.5,5,6.5,8,8.5,10% wash

acne vulgaris

apply qd-bid

Info: wash, rinse, dry before applying; may bleach hair, fabric

benzoyl peroxide topical: Contraindications/Cautions

• hypersens. to drug/class/compon.

benzoyl peroxide topical: Drug Interactions

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor 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.

Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical during treatment with tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova, Retin-A). The combination could lead to severe skin irritation.

Avoid using other topical products on the same area at the same time unless directed to do so by your doctor. They may interfere with the effects or absorption of benzoyl peroxide topical.

Avoid using harsh, abrasive, or irritating cleansers, perfumes, or cosmetics on the area you are treating.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with benzoyl peroxide topical. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Avoid/Use Alternative

• hydroquinone topical

• tretinoin topical

Caution Advised

• clindamycin/tretinoin topical

• isotretinoin

benzoyl peroxide topical: Adverse Reactions

Serious Reactions

This information is currently unavailable or not applicable for this drug.

Common Reactions

• contact dermatitis
• skin dryness
• erythema
• peeling

benzoyl peroxide topical: Safety Monitoring

Pregnancy: C

Lactation: Safety Unknown

Monitoring Parameters: no routine tests recommended

benzoyl peroxide topical: Pharmacology

Metabolism: skin; CYP450: unknown; Info: <2% systemic absorption

Excretion: urine; Half-life: unknown

Class: Acne

Mechanism Of Action
antibiotic activity is thought to be major mode of action

benzoyl peroxide topical: Manufacturer/Pricing

Manufacturer: generic DEA/FDA: OTC/Rx Approximate Retail Price gel: 5 % (1 tube, 45 gm): $12.99 10 % (1 tube, 45 gm): $13.99 gel: 2.5 % (1 tube, 60 gm): $23.99 5 % (1 tube, 60 gm): $24.99 10 % (1 tube, 60 gm): $26.99 gel: 5 % (1 tube, 90 gm): $21.99 10 % (1 tube, 90 gm): $22.99 liquid: 5 % (1 bottle, 227 gm): $30.99 10 % (1 bottle, 227 gm): $25.99 liquid: 5 % (1 bottle, 142 gm): $17.99 10 % (1 bottle, 142 gm): $20.99 liquid: 2.5 % (1 bottle, 227 ml): $29.99

benzoyl peroxide topical: Patient Education

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical

• Pronounced: BEN zoyl per OX ide

• Brand Names:
  • Acne Treatment,
  • Acne-10,
  • Acne-Clear,
  • Ben-Aqua,
  • Benoxyl 10,
  • Benoxyl 5,
  • Benzac,
  • Benzac AC,
  • Benzac W,
  • Benzagel Wash,
  • Benzagel-10,
  • Benzagel-5,
  • Benzashave 10,
  • Benzashave 5,
  • Benziq,
  • Benziq LS,
  • Benziq Wash,
  • Brevoxyl,
  • Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit,
  • Brevoxyl Creamy Wash,
  • Clear By Design,
  • Clearplex,
  • Clearskin,
  • Clinac BPO,
  • Del-Aqua,
  • Desquam-E,
  • Desquam-X 10,
  • Desquam-X 5,
  • Desquam-X Wash,
  • Ethexderm,
  • Fostex Bar 10%,
  • Fostex Gel 10%,
  • Fostex Wash 10%,
  • Inova,
  • Lavoclen-4,
  • Lavoclen-4 Creamy Wash,
  • Lavoclen-8,
  • Lavoclen-8 Creamy Wash,
  • Loroxide,
  • NeoBenz Micro,
  • NeoBenz Micro SD,
  • Neutrogena Acne Mask,
  • Neutrogena On Spot Acne Treatment,
  • Oscion,
  • Oscion Cleanser,
  • Oxy 10 Balance,
  • Oxy Balance,
  • Oxy Daily Wash Chill Factor,
  • Oxy Spot Treatment,
  • Oxy Vanishing Gel,
  • Oxy-10,
  • Panoxyl 10,
  • Panoxyl 5,
  • Panoxyl AQ 10,
  • Panoxyl AQ 2.5,
  • Panoxyl AQ 5,
  • Panoxyl Aqua Gel,
  • PanOxyl Maximum Strength Foaming Acne Wash,
  • Peroxin A,
  • Persa-Gel,
  • Persa-Gel W,
  • Seba-Gel,
  • Triaz,
  • Triaz Cleanser,
  • Vanoxide,
  • Zaclir,
  • Zeroxin

What is the most important information I should know about benzoyl peroxide topical?

Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical while you are also using tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova, Retin-A, Tretin-X). Using these medications together could cause severe skin irritation.

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Avoid getting this medication in your mouth or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or fabrics. Avoid allowing this medication to come into contact with your hair or clothing.

It may take several weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

What is benzoyl peroxide topical?

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.

Benzoyl peroxide topical is used to treat acne.

Benzoyl peroxide topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using benzoyl peroxide topical?

Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical while you are also using tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova, Retin-A, Tretin-X). Using these medications together could cause severe skin irritation.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether benzoyl peroxide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use benzoyl peroxide topical?

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Wash your hands before and after applying this medication.

Shake the lotion well just before each use.

Clean and pat dry the skin to be treated. Apply benzoyl peroxide in a thin layer and rub in gently.

Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor has told you to.

Benzoyl peroxide topical is usually applied one to three times daily. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or fabrics. Avoid allowing this medication to come into contact with your hair or clothing.

It may take several weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

Store benzoyl peroxide topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to apply the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of benzoyl peroxide applied to the skin is not likely to cause life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using benzoyl peroxide topical?

Avoid getting this medication in your mouth or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid using sunscreen containing PABA on the same skin treated with benzoyl peroxide, or skin discoloration may occur.

What are the possible side effects of benzoyl peroxide topical?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using benzoyl peroxide and call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging or burning of your skin.

Less serious side effects may include:

• mild burning or stinging;
• itching or tingly feeling;
• dryness or peeling of treated skin; or
• redness or other irritation.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

What other drugs will affect benzoyl peroxide topical?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied benzoyl peroxide. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about benzoyl peroxide topical.

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