FDA Label for Walgreens Maximum Strength Acne Treatment Acne Medication

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Walgreens Maximum Strength Acne Treatment Acne Medication Product Label

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Drug Facts

DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO.
200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015


Active Ingredient



Benzoyl Peroxide 10%


Purpose



Acne medication


Use



for the treatment of acne


Warnings



For external use only.


Do Not Use If You



  • ⬩have very sensitive
  • ⬩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 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
  • ⬩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.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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


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.

Other Information



  • ⬩keep tightly closed
  • ⬩store at room temperature

Inactive Ingredients



bentonite, carbomer, ethylhexylglycerin, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, PEG-12 dimethicone, phenoxyethanol, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, water.


Questions Or Comments?



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Principal Display Panel - 28 G Tube Carton



MAXIMUM STRENGTH
Acne Treatment Gel
10% BENZOYL PEROXIDE / ACNE MEDICATION

NET WT 1 OZ (28 g)


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