Benzac AC 2.5/Benzac AC 5 Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Benzoyl peroxide

Indications/Uses

Topical treatment of acne vulgaris.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply once or bd to cover affected areas after washing.

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Overdosage

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

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Special Precautions

If severe irritation develops, discontinue use. Do not use in/near the eyes or mucous membranes. Repeated exposure to sunlight or UV radiation should be avoided. Should not be applied on damage skin. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Dry skin, erythema, skin exfoliation, skin burning sensation.

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Drug Interactions

Drugs w/ desquamative, irritant & drying effect should not be used concurrently.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Acne Treatment Preparations

ATC Classification

D10AE01 - benzoyl peroxide ; Belongs to the class of topical peroxide preparations used in the treatment of acne.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Benzac AC 2.5 topical gel 2.5 %

Packing/Price

60 g x 1's

Form

Benzac AC 5 topical gel 5 %

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's;60 g x 1's

Benzac AC 2.5/Benzac AC 5

benzoyl peroxide

Manufacturer:

Galderma

Distributor:

Forewide

DCH Auriga - Healthcare