BENZAC AC 2.5 & 5 (benzoyl peroxide gels) are topical, water-based, benzoyl peroxide containing preparations for use in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidizing agent which possesses antibacterial properties and is classified as a keratolytic. Benzoyl peroxide is C14H10O4.
BENZAC AC 2.5 and BENZAC AC 5 contain, respectively, benzoyl peroxide 2.5% and 5% as the active ingredient.
Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Gel base: sodium docusate, disodium edetate, carbomer 940, silicon dioxide, propylene glycol, poloxamer 182, sodium hydroxide and purified water. May contain citric acid to adjust pH.