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Benzoyl peroxide - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 45802-216
Drug Name

Benzoyl peroxide

Type Generic
Active Ingredients
Benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g
Route TOPICAL
Dosage Form GEL
RxCUI drug identifier 308694
Application Number M006
Labeler Name Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
45802-216-01 1 tube in 1 carton (45802-216-01) / 90 g in 1 tube
45802-216-96 1 tube in 1 carton (45802-216-96) / 60 g in 1 tube
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Active ingredient

A list of the active, medicinal ingredients in the drug product.
Active ingredient Benzoyl peroxide 5%

Dosage and administration

Information about the drug product’s dosage and administration recommendations, including starting dose, dose range, titration regimens, and any other clinically sigificant information that affects dosing recommendations.
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.

Inactive ingredient

A list of inactive, non-medicinal ingredients in a drug product.
Inactive ingredients carbomer homopolymer, dimethicone, disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, edetate disodium, glycerin, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, purified water, silicon dioxide, sodium hydroxide

Indications and usage

A statement of each of the drug products indications for use, such as for the treatment, prevention, mitigation, cure, or diagnosis of a disease or condition, or of a manifestation of a recognized disease or condition, or for the relief of symptoms associated with a recognized disease or condition. This field may also describe any relevant limitations of use.
Use for the treatment of acne

Purpose

Information about the drug product’s indications for use.
Purpose Acne treatment

Spl product data elements

Usually a list of ingredients in a drug product.
benzoyl peroxide BENZOYL PEROXIDE BENZOYL PEROXIDE BENZOYL PEROXIDE DIMETHICONE, UNSPECIFIED DISODIUM LAURYL SULFOSUCCINATE EDETATE DISODIUM GLYCERIN METHYLPARABEN POLOXAMER 182 WATER SILICON DIOXIDE SODIUM HYDROXIDE CARBOMER HOMOPOLYMER TYPE B (ALLYL SUCROSE CROSSLINKED)

Package label principal display panel

The content of the principal display panel of the product package, usually including the product’s name, dosage forms, and other key information about the drug product.
Package/Label Principal Display Panel NDC 45802-216-96 Benzoyl Peroxide 5% Aqueous Base, Acne Treatment Gel NET WT 2.1 OZ (60 g) carton

Do not use

Information about all contraindications for use. These contraindications are absolute and are intended for situations in which consumers should not use the product unless a prior diagnosis has been established by a doctor or for situations in which certain consumers should not use the product under any circumstances regardless of whether a doctor or health professional is consulted.
Do not use if you • have very sensitive skin • are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide

Keep out of reach of children

Information pertaining to whether the product should be kept out of the reach of children, and instructions about what to do in the case of accidental contact or ingestion, if appropriate.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Questions

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Questions or comments? 1-866-634-9120

Stop use

Information about when use of the drug product should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. Includes information about any signs of toxicity or other reactions that would necessitate immediately discontinuing use of the product.
Stop use and ask a doctor if • irritation becomes severe

When using

Information about side effects that people may experience, and the substances (e.g. alcohol) or activities (e.g. operating machinery, driving a car) to avoid while using the drug product.
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.

Storage and handling

Information about safe storage and handling of the drug product.
Other information • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)

Warnings

Information about serious adverse reactions and potential safety hazards, including limitations in use imposed by those hazards and steps that should be taken if they occur.
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 • irritation becomes severe Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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