Akneroxid Gel

Benzoyl Peroxide
50mg/g
HERMAL KURT HERMANN
Pack size 50g Tube
Dispensing mode P
Source GERMANY
AgentNEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Retail Price 19.00 AED

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Indications

Akneroxid Gel is used for: Acne vulgaris, Dyeing hair, Teeth whitening, Decubitus or Stasis ulcers

Adult Dose

Adult: Topical Acne cream: Apply 1-2 times/day.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Apply sparingly to affected areas after thoroughly washing skin;

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

Discontinue if severe irritation develops. Restart with tolerable levels of treatment after irritiation has cleared. Do not use occlusive dressing. May cause dermatitis in allergic patients. Apply carefully near the eyes, mouth, neck and other mucous membranes as well as other sensitive areas. Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Pregnancy-Lactation

Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Interactions

PABA sunscreens may transiently discolour fabric.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide : Excessive drying of skin, allergic dermatitis. May bleach fabrics or hair. Skin discoloration; skin rash, peeling, transient local oedema.

Mechanism of Action

Benzoyl peroxide has mild keratolytic effect and antimicrobial activity which is attributed to its oxidative property. It is active against S.epidermidis and P.acne.

Note

Akneroxid 50mg/g Gel manufactured by HERMAL KURT HERMANN. Its generic name is Benzoyl Peroxide. Akneroxid is availble in United Arab Emirates. Farmaco UAE drug index information on Akneroxid Gel is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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