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Benzoyl Peroxide - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Benzoyl Peroxide

Generic Name : Benzoyl Peroxide
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Benzoyl Peroxide are provided here.

Pronunciation : BEN-Zoh-illper-ox-ide

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Benzoyl Peroxide, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Therapeutic Classification : Keratolytic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Benzoyl Peroxide

India :

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.

What are the side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide?

Dryness, feeling of warmth, irritation, itching, peeling, redness, stinging and swelling of the skin.

What are the other precautions for Benzoyl Peroxide?

Extreme caution needed in children.

What are the storage conditions for Benzoyl Peroxide?

Store it at room temperature and keep away from light and moisture.

Benzoyl peroxide: Drug Used to Treat Mild to Moderate Acne

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