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Benzoyl Peroxide Topical Dosage

Drug Detail:Benzoyl peroxide topical (Benzoyl peroxide topical [ ben-zoyl-per-ox-ide ])

Drug Class: Topical acne agents

Contents
Uses Warnings Before Taking Dosage Side effects Interactions

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

Frequently asked questions

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