Walgreens Maximum Strength Acne Treatment Gel
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
Purpose
Acne medication
Use
for the treatment of acne
Warnings
For external use only.
Do not use if you
- ⬩have very sensitive
- ⬩are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When using this product
- ⬩avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen
- ⬩avoid contact with the eyes, lips and mouth
- ⬩avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product
- ⬩skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time
- ⬩skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- ⬩irritation becomes severe.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Directions
- ⬩clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
- ⬩cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily
- ⬩because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two to three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor
- ⬩if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day
- ⬩if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
Other information
- ⬩keep tightly closed
- ⬩store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
bentonite, carbomer, ethylhexylglycerin, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, PEG-12 dimethicone, phenoxyethanol, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, water.
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DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO.200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015