FDA Label for Cerave Acne Foaming Cleanser

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Cerave Acne Foaming Cleanser Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product L'oreal Usa Products Inc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Benzoyl peroxide 4%


Purpose



Acne treatment


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



skin irritation becomes severe


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



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


Directions



• use every morning and evening
• apply a dime-size amount to damp skin and gently massage, avoiding the eye area
• rinse wel
• use wash on entire affected area one to two 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.


Inactive Ingredients



water, glycerin, propylene glycol, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, xanthan gum, potassium hydroxide, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, carbomer, niacinamide, glycolic acid, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, sodium hydroxide, cholesterol, phenoxyethanol, propanediol, citric acid, tetrasodium EDTA, diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, phytosphingosine, ethylhexylglycerin, benzoic acid


Other Information



store at 20° - 25°C (68° to 77°F)


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