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Brand Name: <\/strong>Benzac AC<\/em>
\nGeneric Name: <\/strong>Benzoyl Peroxide Topical<\/em>
\nManufacturer: <\/strong>Galderma<\/em><\/p>\n

What is Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical)?<\/strong>
\nBenzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.<\/p>\n

Benzoyl peroxide topical is used to treat acne.<\/p>\n

Benzoyl peroxide topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.<\/p>\n

What is the most important information I should know about Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical)?<\/strong>There are many brands and forms of benzoyl peroxide available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
\nDo 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.<\/p>\n

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.
\nAvoid getting this medication in your mouth or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.<\/p>\n

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.<\/p>\n

Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or fabrics. Avoid allowing this medication to come into contact with your hair or clothing.
\nIt 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.
\nWhat should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Benzac AC<\/strong>?<\/strong>
\nDo 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.<\/p>\n

How should I use Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical)?<\/strong>
\nUse 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.
\nWash your hands before and after applying this medication. Shake the lotion well just before each use.<\/p>\n

Clean and pat dry the skin to be treated. Apply benzoyl peroxide in a thin layer and rub in gently.
\nDo not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor has told you to.<\/p>\n

Benzoyl peroxide topical is usually applied one to three times daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions.<\/p>\n

Benzoyl peroxide may bleach hair or fabrics. Avoid allowing this medication to come into contact with your hair or clothing.
\nIt 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.
\nWhat happens if I miss a dose?<\/strong>
\nApply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to apply the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.<\/p>\n

What happens if I overdose?<\/strong>
\nSeek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.<\/p>\n

An overdose of benzoyl peroxide applied to the skin is not likely to cause life-threatening symptoms.<\/p>\n

What should I avoid while using Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical)?<\/strong>
\nAvoid getting this medication in your mouth or eyes. If it does get into any of these areas, rinse with water. Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.<\/p>\n

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.<\/p>\n

Avoid using sunscreen containing PABA on the same skin treated with benzoyl peroxide, or skin discoloration may occur.<\/p>\n

Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical) side effects<\/strong>
\nGet emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using benzoyl peroxide and call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging or burning of your skin.<\/p>\n

Less serious side effects may include:<\/strong>
\nmild burning or stinging;
\nitching or tingly feeling;
\ndryness or peeling of treated skin; or
\nredness or other irritation.<\/p>\n

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
\nWhat other drugs will affect Benzac AC (benzoyl peroxide topical)?<\/p>\n

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied benzoyl peroxide. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.<\/p>\n

Where can I get more information?<\/strong>
\nYour pharmacist can provide more information about benzoyl peroxide topical.<\/p>\n

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.<\/p>\n

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc. (‘Multum’) is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. Multum information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States and therefore Multum does not warrant that uses outside of the United States are appropriate, unless specifically indicated otherwise. Multum’s drug information does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. Multum’s drug information is an informational resource designed to assist licensed healthcare practitioners in caring for their patients and\/or to serve consumers viewing this service as a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. Multum does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information Multum provides.<\/p>\n

The information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.<\/p>\n

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