L-TOPICAL BENZOYL PEROXIDE 10%- benzoyl peroxide lotion

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

BENZOYL PEROXIDE (UNII: W9WZN9A0GM) (BENZOYL PEROXIDE - UNII:W9WZN9A0GM)

Available from:

GLOBAL PHARMA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Acne Treatment For the treatment of acne.

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

L-TOPICAL BENZOYL PEROXIDE 10%- BENZOYL PEROXIDE LOTION
GLOBAL PHARMA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED
_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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L-TOPICAL BENZOYL PEROXIDE 10% LOTION
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
PURPOSE
Acne Treatment
USE
For the treatment of acne.
WARNINGS
For external use only
WHEN USING 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 1
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 or
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 USE if you have very sensitive skin or sensitive to benzoyl
peroxide.
STOP USE
Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation or sensitivity develops.
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.
OTHER INFORMATION
Keep tightly closed.
Protect from excessive heat (40° / 140° F) and protect from freezing
DIRECTIONS
Important to use on a clean face. Cover the affected area with a thin
layer 1 to 3 times
per day. Because of excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with
1 application per
day then gradually increase to 2 applications per day 1 morning and
one evening if
needed, or as directed by a doctor. If dryness or peeling occurs,
reduce use to once a
day or once every other day. If going outside, use a sunscreen. If
irritation or sensitivity
develops stop using both products and ask a doctor.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Propylen