Benzac 4%
Benzoyl Peroxide
Category: Cream
Manufacturer: Drug International Ltd.
Allopathic
MFG. Licence No. Biological
398
MFG. Licence No. Non-Biological
127
Address
Tongi I/A, Gazipur
Price: 136.06 ৳
15gm tube
15 gm tube
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Uses of Benzac:
- Acne
Acne vulgaris, Dyeing hair, Teeth whitening, Decubitus or Stasis ulcers
Hypersensitivity.
Acne treatment preparations
Benzoyl peroxide has mild keratolytic effect and antimicrobial activity due to release of free-radical oxygen which oxidizes bacterial protein. It is active against Staphylococcus epidermidis and Propionibacterium acnes.
How to use
Benzoyl Peroxide:
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Administration:
Apply sparingly to affected areas after thoroughly washing skin;
Adult Dose:
Adult: Topical Acne cream: Apply 1-2 times/day.
PABA sunscreens may transiently discolour fabric.
Hypersensitivity.
Common
- Itching
- Skin irritation
- Dry skin
- Burning sensation
Excessive drying of skin, allergic dermatitis. May bleach fabrics or hair. Skin discoloration; skin rash, peeling, transient local oedema.
Pregnancy Category C. Either studies in animals have revealed adverse effects on the fetus (teratogenic or embryocidal or other) and there are no controlled studies in women or studies in women and animals are not available. Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Precaution:
Discontinue if severe irritation develops. Restart with tolerable levels of treatment after irritiation has cleared. Do not use occlusive dressing. May cause dermatitis in allergic patients. Apply carefully near the eyes, mouth, neck and other mucous membranes as well as other sensitive areas.
Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Benzoyl Peroxide gel is a preparation indicated for topical treatment only. If the medication is applied excessively, no more rapid or better results will be obtained and severe irritation might develop. In this event, treatment must be discontinued and appropriate symptomatic therapy should be instituted.
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light.
Acne treatment preparations
Benzoyl peroxide has mild keratolytic effect and antimicrobial activity which is attributed to its oxidative property. It is active against S.epidermidis and P.acne.
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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