Drug Reference
Benzoyl Peroxide
Peroxides
OTC
Fact box
- Therapeutic class
- Peroxides
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
AcanyaAcne-ClearAnti BacBenzacBenzamycinBenzefoamBenzeproCabtreoClear Proof Acne TreatmentClearplexClearskinClenziderm LotionDel-AquaDesquamDifferin EpiduoEffaclar DuoEpiduoEpsolayFostexInovaInova 8-2MyhelperNeoBenz MicroNeoBenz Micro WashNeuacNuOxOnextonOscionPacnexPersa-GelPhisoderm Clear Confidence Spot TreatmentRelovoxSeba-GelSoluclenzTriazTwyneoVanoxide-HC
Available as
98 MG/ML35 MG/ML50 MG/ML100 MG/ML100 MG/ML · Topical Cream25 MG/ML52.5 MG/ML · Topical Cream50 MG/ML · Topical Solution30 MG/ML · Topical Cream40 MG/ML · Topical Cream0.05 MG/MG · Topical Gel37 MG/ML44 MG/ML30 MG/ML0.0375 MG/MG · Topical Gel26 MG/ML0.003 MG/MG · Topical Gel55 MG/ML52 MG/ML58 MG/ML68 MG/ML69 MG/ML97 MG/ML1 MG/ML
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses For the treatment and management of acne Penetrates pores to eliminate most acne and blemishes Helps prevent development of new acne blemishes and blackheads
How to use / dosing
Directions Pump a small amount of cleanser into dampened hands, and gently massage over face and neck using a circular motion. Rinse thoroughly with water and pat dry.
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 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 contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- LADOVERNA (BENZOYL PEROXIDE CREAM) CREAM [GUANGZHOU OUPENG COSMETICS CO., LTD.]
- WALGREENS MAXIMUM STRENGTH ACNE TREATMENT (BENZOYL PEROXIDE) GEL [WALGREEN COMPANY]
- BELLAMILUXX BODY ACNE CLEANSER (BENZOYL PEROXIDE 4%) LOTION [BELLAMILUXX LLC]
- ADAPALENE AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE GEL, 0.1%/2.5% GEL [ENCUBE ETHICALS, INC.]
- CLINDAMYCIN AND BENZOYL PEROXIDE GEL [NORTHSTAR RXLLC]
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.