Drug Detail:Bpo (Benzoyl peroxide topical [ ben-zoyl-per-ox-ide ])
Drug Class: Topical acne agents
Usual Adult Dose for Acne
Gel/cream/liquid/lotion/bar/foam: Start with 1 application per day, then gradually increase to 2 or 3 times per day if needed or as directed by a healthcare provider
Cloth: Wash affected areas once or twice per day, or as directed by a healthcare provider
Comments:
- Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this drug.
- If dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
- If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product.
- If irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use and ask a healthcare provider.
Use: Treatment of acne vulgaris
Usual Pediatric Dose for Acne
12 years or older:
Foam: Start with 1 application per day, then gradually increase to 2 or 3 times per day if needed or as directed by a healthcare provider
Comments:
- Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this drug.
- If dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
- If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product.
- If irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use and ask a healthcare provider.
Use: Treatment of acne vulgaris
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Gel/cream/liquid/lotion/bar/cloth: Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.
Foam: Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 12 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
The manufacturer product information should be consulted.
Patient advice:
- Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes.
- If accidental contact occurs, rinse with water.
- Contact with any colored material (including hair and fabric) may result in bleaching or discoloration.
Storage requirements:
- Do not freeze
- Foam: Store upright
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