BENZOYL PEROXIDE
(Panoxyl, Aquage)Standard Prescription
benzoyl perioxide__(gel/lotion/bar)__% apply to affected area__(frequency)
Dosages
Children >=7 years:
Face/body wash: Use on affected area(s) up to once daily in the shower. Leave on for 5 minutes before rinse
Gel: Apply sparingly to acne after skin cleansing daily. Gradually increase to BID if needed as tolerated.
If excessive dryness or peeling occurs, reduce frequency of application or concentration.
If excessive stinging or burning occurs, remove with mild soap and water; resume use next day.
Mechanism of Action
Topical peroxide product; Acne product
Forms Supplied
gel: 2.5%
lotion: 2.5%, 5%
Not stocked at BCCH:
gel: 5%, 10%
bar: 5%
wash: 5%, 10%
lotion: 2.5%, 5%
Not stocked at BCCH:
gel: 5%, 10%
bar: 5%
wash: 5%, 10%
Comments
Avoid contact with abraded skin, mouth and eyes.
Used for mild comedomal and inflammatory acne.
Transient erythema, dryness, peeling and scaling are common at start of therapy.
May bleach or discolour hair or fabric.
Use sunscreen when going outside.
Used for mild comedomal and inflammatory acne.
Transient erythema, dryness, peeling and scaling are common at start of therapy.
May bleach or discolour hair or fabric.
Use sunscreen when going outside.
References
44, 190, 597, 598
Last Edited
2022-06-09 03:31:48