BENZAC AC 2.5% GEL 60 GM

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Benzoyl peroxide gel 2.5%

What is benzoyl peroxide and what is it used for?

• Benzoyl peroxide is a medicine used to treat acne.
• It works by preventing clogged pores and the formation of blackheads and whiteheads, and by killing bacteria on the skin that cause acne.
• This product also contains acrylates copolymer granules responsible for absorbing excess oils and producing glycerin, thereby reducing skin irritation.

Do not use benzoyl peroxide:

• If you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide or any of the ingredients in this product.
• If the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
• If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• If the expiry date mentioned on the medicine container has passed.

Warnings and precautions:

• Stop taking the medicine immediately and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any allergic or skin reactions to any of the ingredients in this gel, such as itchy skin, skin redness, shortness of breath, rash, swelling of the face or neck, low blood pressure, and dizziness.
• This medication is for external topical use only. Do not swallow this product.
• Avoid contact of the gel with your lips, eyes, mouth, sensitive areas of the neck and corners of the nose to avoid irritation.
• In case of accidental contact, make sure to rinse the area thoroughly with warm water and then dry it.
• Do not apply this product to damaged skin.
• Do not use other acne medications to avoid excessive dryness or skin irritation, unless recommended by your doctor or pharmacist.
• Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet radiation.
• Make sure you apply a non-greasy, broad-spectrum, high SPF sunscreen if you will be exposed to sunlight or other UV light sources.
• Minimize your use of cosmetics and make sure to avoid using cosmetics that contain oil to prevent clogging your skin's pores.
• Benzoyl peroxide may stain or bleach towels, clothes, and bed linens. Be sure to avoid contact with the gel.
• You are more likely to experience skin irritation when using benzoyl peroxide if you have fair skin.
• Make sure not to use harsh exfoliants, skin cleansers, medicated soaps, or cosmetics containing alcohol to prevent excessive dryness or skin irritation.
• This product contains propylene glycol, which may increase the risk of skin irritation.

Possible side effects:

• Although it may be rare, some patients may experience serious side effects when using a drug.
• Stop using this product and contact your healthcare provider if you experience any signs, including skin allergic reactions.
• Such as a rash, itching, red, swollen, ulcerated, or peeling skin, or if you experience increasing redness or pain in the wound area.
• Skin irritation is more likely to occur if the gel is used more than recommended.
• Common side effects that may occur during the first few weeks of starting this product are skin spasms, a stinging or burning sensation on the skin, itching, mild peeling and redness of the skin.
• These side effects usually occur during the first few weeks of treatment and are usually mild and considered normal.
• You can use a moisturizer to help alleviate these side effects. You can also apply the gel once a day (if you're using it twice a day) or every other day to reduce the occurrence of these side effects.
• If you experience severe skin irritation, severe swelling, severe peeling, or severe redness, be sure to stop using this medicine.
• If your symptoms persist even after you stop using this medicine, talk to your doctor for advice.

Other medications and benzoyl peroxide:

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently used, are using, or might use any other medicines, including topical products.

How to use benzoyl peroxide:

• It is always recommended to begin your treatment with this medication using a 2.5% or 5% concentration of this product to ensure that your skin gradually becomes receptive to the product.
• To experience fewer side effects, if your skin tolerates a 2.5% or 5% concentration, your doctor or pharmacist may recommend a higher concentration of 10%.
• Make sure to apply this product only to areas affected by acne (spot treatment).
• Wash your hands before and after using the gel.
• Begin by washing and drying your hands before applying the gel. Then wash the affected area with water and a mild facial cleanser, followed by patting the skin dry.
• Next, apply a thin layer of benzoyl peroxide to the affected areas once a day.
• Make sure to leave the gel on your skin for two hours, then wash it off with water and ensure your skin is dry. Finally,
• It is recommended to use a light moisturizer that suits your skin and does not clog pores in order to keep your skin moisturized.
• If you do not experience skin pain after 3 days of starting this product, apply benzoyl peroxide in the evening and leave it on the affected area overnight.
• If you do not experience peeling or redness of the skin and the affected area does not improve after 7 days of using this product, use benzoyl peroxide twice daily (morning and evening).
• Make sure to replace the cap on the tube after using the gel to avoid leaking the medicine.
• The duration of treatment depends on how quickly your skin responds to the product. Acne may take time to start improving, so be patient with your treatment.
• One month after starting this medication, be sure to visit your doctor or pharmacist for a check-up.
• Make sure you follow the instructions in this leaflet unless your doctor or pharmacist recommends different ways to use the medicine.

How to store benzoyl peroxide:

• Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and pets (for example, in a locked cabinet at least 1.5 meters above the ground).
• Store in a dry place at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius.
• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the gel.
• Keep the medicine in its original packaging to protect it from moisture and light.
• Do not dispose of medicines in sewage or household waste.