Benzoyl Peroxide — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Benzoyl Peroxide is an active pharmaceutical ingredient found in 16 FDA-approved drug products. Forms: GEL, CREAM. Routes: TOPICAL.

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Benzoyl Peroxide (16 brand names, 2 dosage forms, 1 route)

Available dosage forms: GEL, CREAM.

Routes of administration: TOPICAL.

Brand Names

  • ACANYA
  • ADAPALENE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE
  • AKTIPAK
  • BENZACLIN
  • BENZAMYCIN
  • BENZOYL PEROXIDE AND CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE
  • CABTREO
  • CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE
  • DIFFERIN EPIDUO
  • DUAC
  • EPIDUO
  • EPIDUO FORTE
  • EPSOLAY
  • ERYTHROMYCIN AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE
  • ONEXTON
  • TWYNEO

Indications and Usage

For the treatment of acne Clears body bumps and helps clear up acne pimples Helps prevent new acne pimples from forming

Dosage and Administration

Cleanse 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.

⚠ Caution
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