Acne Medication 5 Benzoyl Peroxide BENZOYL PEROXIDE BENZOYL PEROXIDE WATER EDETATE SODIUM STEARETH-30 CARBOMER COPOLYMER TYPE B (ALLYL PENTAERYTHRITOL CROSSLINKED) DIISOPROPANOLAMINE Off-White
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal display panel Acne Medication 5
- Principal display panel Acne Medication 5
Overview
Directions • Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product • Cover 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 • Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated above.
Indications & Usage
Directions • Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product • Cover 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 • Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated above.
Dosage & Administration
Dosage Use twice daily or as directed by Physician.
Warnings & Precautions
Warning For external use only
Purpose
Purpose Acne Treatment Uses • treats acne • dries up acne pimples • helps prevent new acne pimples
Do Not Use
Do not use if you • have very sensitive skin • are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When Using
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 may occur characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling or possible swetting. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration • 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
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor If irritation becomes severe
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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