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In this Article
- What is benzoyl peroxide topical (Benzagel)?
- What are the possible side effects of benzoyl peroxide topical?
- What is the most important information I should know about benzoyl peroxide topical?
- What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using benzoyl peroxide topical?
- How should I use benzoyl peroxide topical?
- What happens if I miss a dose?
- What happens if I overdose?
- What should I avoid while using benzoyl peroxide topical?
- What other drugs will affect benzoyl peroxide topical?
- Where can I get more information?
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using benzoyl peroxide topical?
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical while you are also using tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova, Retin-A, Tretin-X). Using these medications together could cause severe skin irritation.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether this medication is harmful to an unborn baby. Before using benzoyl peroxide topical, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether benzoyl peroxide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use benzoyl peroxide topical?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medication.
Shake the lotion well just before each use.
Clean and pat dry the skin to be treated. Apply benzoyl peroxide in a thin layer and rub in gently.
Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor has told you to.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is usually applied one to three times daily. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or fabrics. Avoid allowing this medication to come into contact with your hair or clothing.
It may take several weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Store benzoyl peroxide topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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