ACNE TREATMENT MAXIMUM STRENGTH CVS- resorcinol 2.00% sulfur 8.00% cream

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

Resorcinol (UNII: YUL4LO94HK) (RESORCINOL - UNII:YUL4LO94HK), Sulfur (UNII: 70FD1KFU70) (SULFUR - UNII:70FD1KFU70)

Available from:

CVS

INN (International Name):

Resorcinol

Composition:

Resorcinol 2 g in 100 g

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Use for the treatment of acne

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

ACNE TREATMENT MAXIMUM STRENGTH CVS- RESORCINOL 2.00% SULFUR 8.00%
CREAM
CVS
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT PURPOSE
Resorcinol -
2%..............................................................................................Acne
Treatment
Sulfur - 8%
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Acne Treatment
USE for the treatment of acne
WARNINGS
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY
DO NOT USE • if you have very sensitive skin or 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. • rinse right away with water if it gets in eyes • avoid
unnecessary sun exposure and use a
sunscreen • 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 skin irritation becomes severe
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or
contact a Poison Control Center right
away.
DIRECTIONS • cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying medication
• cover the entire affected area
with a thin layer one to three times a day • 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, use a sunscreen. Allow product to dry, then follow direction
in the sunscreen labeling. If
sensitivity develops, discontinue use of both products and consult a
doctor.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Alcohol Denat.