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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
For external use only
Do not use if you: • Have very sensitive skin • Are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When using this product • skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. • avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen. • avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth. • avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product • skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.
• irritation becomes severe.
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Uses
- For the treatment of acne
- Penetrates pores to eliminate most acne blemishes and help prevent new ones from forming
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Benzac Manufacturers
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
• wet face. Apply Acne Eliminating Cleanser and gently massage area for 1-2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. • because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor. • if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. • if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irratation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
• clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
• cover the entire affected area with a thin layer once or twice daily
• because drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor
• if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.»
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Drug Facts (continued)
Directions
• wet face. Pump a small amount of cleanser onto wet palms. Gently massage the cleanser all over your face for about 20-30 seconsd, avoiding the eye area. Rinse thoroughly, then pat dry.
• because excesssive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor
• if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
• clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
• cover the entire affected area with a thin layer once or twice daily
• because excesssive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor
• if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.»
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
• clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
• cover the entire affected area with a thin layer once or twice daily
• because excesssive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor
• if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.»
- Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Benzac | Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
• Start with clean, dry skin. Massage tube before use. Apply all over face, avoiding the eyes and mouth. Allow to dry for 5 minutes then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Can be used 2-3 times per week.
• because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two times daily as needed or as directed by a doctor
• if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
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