Label: MEDPURA BENZOYL PEROXIDE AQUEOUS BASE, ACNE TREATMENT GEL- benzoyl peroxide gel

  • NDC Code(s): 71399-9474-5, 71399-9474-6, 71399-9474-9, 71399-9478-5, view more
    71399-9478-6, 71399-9478-9
  • Packager: Akron Pharma Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated January 23, 2026

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient

    Benzoyl peroxide 5% 

    Benzoyl peroxide 10%

    Purpose

    Acne treatment

  • Use

    for the treatment of acne

  • Warnings

    For external use only

    Do not use this medication if you have very sensitive skin or if you 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.

    Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

  • Directions

    • Sensitivity Test for a New User. Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below.
    • 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 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 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)

  • Inactive ingredients

    carbomer, docusate sodium, methyl salicylate, purified water, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide,

  • Questions or comments?

    call toll-free 1-877-225-6999

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Manufactured for:

    Akron Pharma, Inc.
    Fairfield, NJ-07004
    www.akronpharma.com

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MEDPURA BENZOYL PEROXIDE  AQUEOUS BASE, ACNE TREATMENT GEL
    benzoyl peroxide gel
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:71399-9478
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    BENZOYL PEROXIDE (UNII: W9WZN9A0GM) (BENZOYL PEROXIDE - UNII:W9WZN9A0GM) BENZOYL PEROXIDE50 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    DOCUSATE SODIUM (UNII: F05Q2T2JA0)  
    CARBOMER 980 (UNII: 4Q93RCW27E)  
    METHYL SALICYLATE (UNII: LAV5U5022Y)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: 55X04QC32I)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:71399-9478-51 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    142.5 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:71399-9478-61 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    260 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    3NDC:71399-9478-91 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    390 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00609/13/2024
    MEDPURA BENZOYL PEROXIDE  AQUEOUS BASE, ACNE TREATMENT GEL
    benzoyl peroxide gel
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:71399-9474
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    BENZOYL PEROXIDE (UNII: W9WZN9A0GM) (BENZOYL PEROXIDE - UNII:W9WZN9A0GM) BENZOYL PEROXIDE100 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    DOCUSATE SODIUM (UNII: F05Q2T2JA0)  
    CARBOMER 980 (UNII: 4Q93RCW27E)  
    METHYL SALICYLATE (UNII: LAV5U5022Y)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: 55X04QC32I)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:71399-9474-51 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    142.5 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:71399-9474-61 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    260 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    3NDC:71399-9474-91 in 1 CARTON09/13/2024
    390 mL in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00609/13/2024
    Labeler - Akron Pharma Inc. (067878881)