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CVS Health Maximum Strength Acne Treatment Acne Medication

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
CVS Health
Label updated
2022-01-24
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
Benzoyl Peroxide
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Benzoyl Peroxide 10%

Purpose

Acne medication

Use

for the treatment of acne

Warnings

For external use only

Label information

Do not use this medication if you have very sensitive skin or if you are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide.

Label information

When using this product

  • keep away from eyes, lips and mouth
  • avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen
  • avoid contact with hair or dyed fabric, including carpet and clothing which may be bleached by this product
  • skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Mild irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration. If irritation becomes severe, discontinue use; if irritation still continues, consult a doctor.
  • using other topical acne medication at the same time or immediately following the use of this product may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. If this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor.

Label information

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • irritation becomes severe

Label information

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water.

Directions
  • cleanse skin thoroughly before applying medication. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer 1-3 times daily. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day.
  • if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
Other information

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature.

Inactive ingredients

carbomer, disodium EDTA, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, laureth-4, sodium hydroxide, water

Label information

Distributed by:
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive
Woonsocket, RI 02895

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton

CVSHealth

Compare to the active ingredient
in Clean & Clear® persa-gel® 10*

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

Acne Treatment
Gel

10% BENZOYL PEROXIDE
ACNE MEDICATION

NET WT 1 OZ (28 g)

Not Actual Size

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: b13e6c99-baa8-4e73-9572-3e0544f3b7f9 · Version 2
NDC: 69842-637