Acne Med 5%
Benzoyl Peroxide · Gel · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Benzoyl Peroxide 5% Purpose Acne Treatment
Purpose
Purpose Acne Treatment
Uses
Use for the treatment of acne
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use if you have very sensitive skin if you 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 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 Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Do not use if you have very sensitive skin if you are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide
When using this product
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 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
Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions 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.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Purified Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide.
Questions?
Question or Comments? 1-866-477-3077
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Face Reality, LLC (revised Dec 15, 2023). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzoyl Peroxide in 1 product
Acne Med 5% NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70707-211 | Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL Gel | Face Reality, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Acne Med 5% used for?
Use for the treatment of acne
Who makes Acne Med 5%?
Acne Med 5% is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Face Reality, LLC.