Benzoyl Peroxide

Benzoyl Peroxide is a medication used to treat acne. Benzoyl Peroxide can cause dryness, peeling of skin, redness and burning of the skin.  

Benzoyl Peroxide Overview

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Benzoyl Peroxide is both an over-the-counter and a prescription medication and is used to treat mild to moderate acne.

Benzoyl peroxide belongs to a group of drugs called anti-acne preparations, which works by reducing acne-causing bacteria.  

This medication comes in liquid, gel, cream, lotion as well as in a bar and foam form. This product can be used once daily and can be incraesed to two to three times a day, if needed. 

Common side effects of benzoyl peroxide include dryness or peeling of skin, redness and burning of the skin.  

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  • Acne Vulgaris
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Uses of Benzoyl Peroxide

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Benzoyl Peroxide is a medication used to treat acne.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Benzoyl Peroxide Brand Names

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Benzoyl Peroxide may be found in some form under the following brand names:

Benzoyl Peroxide Drug Class

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Benzoyl Peroxide is part of the drug class: