Land: Verenigde Staten
Taal: Engels
Bron: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
BENZOYL PEROXIDE (UNII: W9WZN9A0GM) (BENZOYL PEROXIDE - UNII:W9WZN9A0GM)
The Mentholatum Company
TOPICAL
OTC DRUG
Benzoyl peroxide – Acne treatment - For the treatment of acne. - Helps prevent new acne blemishes.
OTC monograph final
OXY TOTAL CARE CLARIFYING MOISTURIZER- BENZOYL PEROXIDE LOTION THE MENTHOLATUM COMPANY _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._ ---------- DRUG FACTS ACTIVE INGREDIENT Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% PURPOSE Benzoyl peroxide – Acne treatment KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. USES For the treatment of acne. Helps prevent new acne blemishes. 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 is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, use only 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. STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF irritation becomes severe. IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING, ask a health professional before use. DIRECTIONS clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product use a dime-sized amount to cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to two 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 affecte Lees het volledige document