Benzoyl Peroxide Medication Information
Get detailed information on Benzoyl Peroxide, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Benzoyl Peroxide provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Benzoyl Peroxide Pronunciation : BEN-Zoh-illper-ox-ide Therapeutic Classification : Keratolytic AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Benzoyl Peroxide
India :
Benide |
Clindoxyl |
Abenz |
Benzac-AC |
Akneroxid (5%) |
Benxop (5 mg) |
Acnox Forte |
Pernex-AC (2.5%) |
Benzoyl Peroxide |
Clinred-B
International :
Brevoxyl, Triaz, Acne-Clear, Benzac Ac, Benzac W, Benzagel-5, Benzashave 10, Benzashave 5, Benziq, Benziq Ls, Benziq Wash, Brevoxyl, Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit, Brevoxyl-4 Creamy Wash Complete Pack, Brevoxyl-8 Creamy Wash Complete Pack, Breze, Clearplex, Clearskin, Clinac Bpo, Desquam-E, Desquam-X 10, Desquam-X 5, Desquam-X Wash, 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, Neobenz Micro Wash, Neobenz Micro Wash Plus Pack, Neutrogena Acne Mask, Neutrogena On Spot Acne Treatment, Oscion, Oscion Cleanser, Oxy 10 Balance, Oxy Balance, Oxy Daily Wash Chill Factor, Oxy-10, Pacnex, Panoxyl 10, Panoxyl 5, Panoxyl Aqua Gel, Panoxyl Maximum Strength Foaming Acne Wash, Persa-Gel, Seba-Gel, Soluclenz Rx, Triaz, Triaz Cleanser, Zaclir
Why is Benzoyl Peroxide Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a keratolytic agent with antibacterial actions, prescribed for acne. It allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.When should Benzoyl Peroxide not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Benzoyl Peroxide?
As 2.5-10% cream: Apply 1-2 times/day to the affected areas.How should Benzoyl Peroxide be taken?
It comes as gel to apply topically as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Benzoyl Peroxide?
• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women.• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Avoid applying this medication into irritated skin, including sunburns, or to open wounds.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight.
