Equate Acne Wash
Benzoyl Peroxide · Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
Purpose
Purpose Acne medication
Uses
Use for treatment of acne
Warnings
Warnings 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 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. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Do not use
Do not use if you have very sensitive skin 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 the eyes, lips and mouth 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.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Directions 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 1 application daily, then gradually increase to 2 to 3 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.
Other information
Other information Store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients water, Glycerin, decyl glucoside, sodium hydroxypropylsulfonate laurylglucoside crosspolymer, PEG-40 stearate, propanediol, sorbitan stearate, stearic acid, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer, diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, carbomer, dimethicone, silica, sodium citrate, xanthan gum, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide.
Questions?
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Label text from the FDA structured product label by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (revised Nov 18, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzoyl Peroxide in 1 product
Equate Acne Wash NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79903-061 | Benzoyl Peroxide 100 mg/g Cream | Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Equate Acne Wash used for?
Use for treatment of acne
Who makes Equate Acne Wash?
Equate Acne Wash is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Wal-Mart Stores, Inc..