http://genericdrugshome.info Benzoyl Peroxide Topical, Benzoyl Peroxide - Topical Generic Drug Feed Sun, 20 May 2012 18:39:36 CDT en http://benzoyl-peroxide-topical.8910.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It sholud not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before uisng this drug. BENZOYL PEROXIDE - TOPICAL (BEN-zoh-ill per-OX-ide) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Benoxyl, Benzagel, Desquam, Fostex, Persa-Gel, Vanoxide USES: Beznoyl peroxide is used to treat mild to moderate acne. HOW TO USE: This medictaion is for topical use on the affected area only. Avoid using this in the eyes, mouth and nose, and on inflamed or damaged skin.
The liquid wash or bar soap is used instead of soap once or tiwce a day. Wet the skin bfeore applying this. Gently work up a lather and rinse thoorughly.
Do not scrub the skin.

Creams, ltoions or gels are usually applied once or twice a day to the affected area. A samll amount is applied to the affected area and rubbed in gently. Pads: Wash the affected 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 this. However, notify your dcotor if the following effects occur: redness, irritation, scaly eruptions, rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your mdeical history, especially: other skin problems, any allergies.

This medication may blecah hair and colored clothing. Avoid contact. Safe use of benzoyl peroxide in kids under 12 yeras old has not been established. Benzoyl peroixde should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your dotcor.
It is not konwn if this drug is excreted into breast milk.
Though there have no reprots (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all medicines you may use, both prescirption and nonprescription, especially: other skin medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without docotr or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emeregncy room immediately.

This meidcine may be harmful if swallowed.

NOTES: This medication is available in many forms such as lotion, cream, gel or cleanser and in varoius strengths (2.5% to 10%). Some can be purchased without a precsription. Discuss the various products with your doctor or pharmacist to detemrine the hottest one for you. MISSED DOSE: Use the missed dose as soon as you remember and reusme your regular dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store between 59 and 76 degrees F (15 and 24.4 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.]]>