Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Benzoyl Peroxide (5.3%)
Purpose
Acne Treatment
Use
For the treatment of acne.
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use if you
■ have very sensitive skin
■ are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When using this product
- ▪skin irritation and dryness are 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.
- ▪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 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.
- ▪do not puncture or incinerate container. Contents under pressure.
- ▪do not expose to temperatures above 120°F (49°C).
Stop use and ask a doctor if
■ irritation becomes severe
Keep Out of Reach of Children
If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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 or 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
- ▪can be used as either a leave-on or short contact application
Other Information
■ store at room temperature 15°-25°C (59°-77°F). Protect from freezing. Store upright.
Inactive Ingredients
BHT, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, cetearyl alcohol, citric acid, dimethicone, disodium EDTA, emulsifying wax, glycerin, hydrofluorocarbon 134a, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water,
sodium citrate, steareth-10
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