FDA Label for Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide Treatment
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Micronized Benzoyl Peroxide Treatment Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Pharmco Laboratories 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.
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Drug Facts
- Keep away from excessive heat or heat sources
Active Ingredient
Benzoyl Peroxide 5%
Indications & Usage
Acne Treatment
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.
- If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product.
Otc - Stop Use
- If sensitivity develops or irritation becomes severe, stop use and ask a doctor.
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
- Keep out of reach of children
- If swallowed get medical help or call a poison control center 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 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.
- Other sun protection measures include limiting sun exposure and wearing protective clothing.
Other Ingredients
Carbomer, Edetate Disodium, Glycerine, Propylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hydroxide, Water.
Other Information
Store at 20 - 25°C (68 - 77°F) Protect from heat. Keep container tightly closed.
Principal Display Panel - 59 G Tube Label
PHARMCO
SKINCARE LABS
Micronized
Benzoyl
Peroxide
Treatment
5%
Net wt. 2 oz. (59 g)
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