benzoyl peroxide

Benzoyl peroxide 2.5%

Acne treatment

for the treatment of acne

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)

• • 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.

• •store at 20°-25° (68°-77°F)

carbomer homopolymer, dimethicone, disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, edetate disodium, glycerin, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, purified water, silicon dioxide, sodium hydroxide

1-866-634-9120

NDC 45802-101-96

Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%

Aqueous Base, Acne Treatment Gel

NET WT 2.1 OZ (60 g)

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