Peroxin A
Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical (BEN zoe ill per OX ide)
Brand Names: Acne Treatment, Acne-10, Acne-Clear, Ben-Aqua, Benoxyl 10, Benoxyl 5, Benzac, Benzac AC, Benzac W, Benzagel Wash, Benzagel-10, Benzagel-5, Benzashave 10, Benzashave 5, Benziq, Benziq LS, Benziq Wash, Brevoxyl, Brevoxyl Creamy Wash, Clear By Design, Clearplex, Clearskin, Clinac BPO, Del-Aqua, Desquam-E, Desquam-X 10, Desquam-X 5, Desquam-X Wash, Ethexderm, Fostex Bar 10%, Fostex Gel 10%, Fostex Wash 10%, Loroxide, Neutrogena Acne Mask, Neutrogena On Spot Acne Treatment, Oxy 10 Balance, Oxy Balance, Oxy Vanishing Gel, Oxy-10, Panoxyl 10, Panoxyl 5, Panoxyl AQ 10, Panoxyl AQ 2.5, Panoxyl AQ 5, Peroxin A, Peroxin A 10, Persa-Gel, Persa-Gel W, Seba-Gel, Triaz, Triaz Cleanser, Vanoxide, Zaclir, Zeroxin, ZoDerm Redi-Pads
What is Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows
excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is used to treat acne.
Benzoyl peroxide topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Avoid abrasive, harsh, or drying soaps and cleansers while using benzoyl peroxide topical.
Avoid contact with clothing and hair. Benzoyl peroxide topical may cause bleaching.
Avoid combining sunscreen containing PABA and benzoyl peroxide. Temporary skin
discoloration may occur if they are used together.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated
skin. It could make these conditions worse. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on
areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical during treatment with tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova,
Retin-A). The combination could lead to severe skin irritation.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known
whether benzoyl peroxide topical will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether benzoyl peroxide passes into breast milk. Do not use benzoyl
peroxide topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Use benzoyl peroxide topical exactly as directed by your doctor, or follow the instructions that
accompany the package. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or
doctor to explain them to you.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medication.
Clean and dry the area of skin where you will apply benzoyl peroxide topical. Apply the
medication to the affected area.
Shake lotions well before use.
When applying benzoyl peroxide topical, avoid the eyes, the inside of the nose and mouth,
the lips, and areas where the skin is broken to prevent excessive irritation. If you get medication on any
of these areas, rinse it off with water.
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated
skin. It could make these conditions worse. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on
areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.
Do not cover the affected area after applying benzoyl peroxide topical, unless otherwise
directed by your doctor. Doing so could cause too much medicine to be absorbed by the body and
could be harmful.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is usually applied one to three times daily.
Contact your doctor if you experience excessive burning, dryness, or irritation. Less frequent
administration of the medication may be necessary.
It may take several weeks or more to see the effects of this drug. Do not stop using benzoyl
peroxide topical if you do not see results immediately.
Store benzoyl peroxide topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next
dose, skip the dose you missed and apply only the next regularly scheduled dose.
What happens if I overdose?
An overdose of benzoyl peroxide topical is unlikely to occur. If an overdose is suspected,
or if benzoyl peroxide topical has been ingested, call a poison control center or emergency room for
advice.
What should I avoid while using Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated
skin. It could make these conditions worse. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide topical on wounds or on
areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.
Avoid using other topical products on the same area at the same time unless directed to do so
by your doctor. They may interfere with the effects or absorption of benzoyl peroxide topical.
Do not cover the area after applying benzoyl peroxide topical, unless otherwise directed by
your doctor. Doing so could cause too much medicine to be absorbed by the body and could be
harmful.
Avoid using harsh, abrasive, or irritating cleansers, perfumes, or cosmetics on the area being
treated.
Avoid contact with clothing and hair. Benzoyl peroxide may cause bleaching.
Avoid combining sunscreen containing PABA and benzoyl peroxide. Temporary skin
discoloration may occur if they are used together.
Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical) side effects
Serious side effects are not likely to occur. Stop using benzoyl peroxide topical and seek
emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of the
throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives).
Some burning, stinging, tingling, itching, redness, dryness, peeling, or irritation may be
experienced while using benzoyl peroxide topical. Contact your doctor if these side effects are
excessive. Less frequent application of benzoyl peroxide topical may be necessary.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Peroxin A (benzoyl peroxide topical)?
Do not use benzoyl peroxide topical during treatment with tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova,
Retin-A). The combination could lead to severe skin irritation.
Avoid using other topical products on the same area at the same time unless directed to do so
by your doctor. They may interfere with the effects or absorption of benzoyl peroxide topical.
Avoid using harsh, abrasive, or irritating cleansers, perfumes, or cosmetics on the area you are
treating.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with benzoyl peroxide topical. Talk to your
doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal
products.
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about benzoyl peroxide topical written for health
professionals that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Benzoyl peroxide topical is available with a prescription and over the counter under many brand
and generic names in liquids, lotions, creams, gels, facial masks, and soaps. Other brand or generic
formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication,
especially if it is new to you.
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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.
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