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Other anti-acne preparations for topical use

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Therapeutic class
Other anti-acne preparations for topical use
Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

DrysolHemox AHypercareLumicainXerac AC

Available as

62.5 MG/ML · Topical Solution213 MG/ML250 MG/ML · Topical Solution200 MG/ML200 MG/ML · Topical Solution125 MG/ML · Topical Solution120 MG/ML · Topical Solution

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
Use extra effective at reducing underarm perspiration
How to use / dosing
Directions apply to underarms only apply at bedtime apply sparingly apply only a few strokes under each arm

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

13 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.