MEDPURA Benzoyl Peroxide

Drug Facts

Benzoyl peroxide 5% 

Benzoyl peroxide 10%

Purpose

Acne treatment

for the treatment of acne

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.

When using this product

• avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen.
• avoid contact with eyes, lips, and mouth, eyelids and mucous membranes.
• avoid contact with hair or 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.
• 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.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

• Shake well
• 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.
• wet area to be cleansed
• apply acne wash and gently massage area for 1-2 minutes
• rinse thoroughly and pat dry
• 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 controlled room temperature, 15°- 30°C (59°- 86°F)

Benzoyl peroxide, Carbomer, Citric acid monohydrate, Edetate Disodium, Glycerin,Imidurea, Sodium alpha olefin sulfonate,

Sodium hydroxide, Purified water.

call toll-free 1-877-225-6999

Manufactured for:

Akron Pharma, Inc.
Fairfield, NJ-07004
www.akronpharma.com

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