Active Ingredient

Benzoyl peroxide 10%

Purpose

Acne Medication

Uses

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:

• 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.
• 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.

Stop use and ask doctor if

• irritation becomes severe.

Keep out of the reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

• Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
• Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily
• Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two to 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.

Inactive Ingredients

benzyl alcohol, carbomer homopolymer type b, citric acid, disodium EDTA, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, laureth-4, sodium hydroxide, water

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