Active ingredient
Benzoyl peroxide 2.5%
Use
For the treatment of acne
Warnings
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.
Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe.
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
- clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
- cover the entire affected area with a thin layer and rinse thoroughly one to three times daily
- because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if 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 irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
Other information
Store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).
Inactive ingredients
carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, cocamidopropyl betaine, dimethyl isosorbide, hydrogenated castor oil, imidurea, methylparaben, mineral oil, PEG-14M, salicylic acid, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium hydroxide, titanium dioxide, water, zea mays (corn) starch
Questions?
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HOW SUPPLIED
Product: 50090-6591
NDC: 50090-6591-0 227 g in a BOTTLE
BP WASH- benzoyl peroxide emulsion