Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide 10 Percent Hydroalcoholic Base Acne Gel
- Benzoyl peroxide is known to dermatologists as the gold standard of topical acne relief.
- When applied to acne prone skin, whether as a pimples cream, gel or lotion, it breaks down into hydrogen peroxide and benzoic acid.
- It is the hydrogen peroxide that is believed to be active in fighting acne.
- Benzoyl peroxide kills the Propionibacterium acnes bacteria that infects blackheads and whiteheads and turns them into pimples.
- One advantage over other antibiotics is that bacteria dont develop a resistance to benzoyl peroxide.
- It also might have some effect in clearing blocked pores.
- Indicated for use in the topical relief of mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
- Benzoyl Peroxide Gel 5% may be used as an adjunct in acne relief regimens including antibiotics, retinoic acid products and sulfur/salicylic acid containing preparations.
- Benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial agent with demonstrated activity against Propionibacterium acnes.
- This action, combined with the mild keratolytic effect of benzoyl peroxide is believed to be responsible for its usefulness in acne.
- Benzoyl peroxide is absorbed by the skin where it is metabolized to benzoic acid and excreted as benzoate in the urine.
- To use the gel wash and wet the affected area.
- Use hands to apply the medicine and gently wash.
- Rinse with water and pat dry.
- Wash hands after using this medicine.
- Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
- For external use only.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Avoid contact with hair, fabrics or carpeting as benzoyl peroxide will cause bleaching.
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