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Resorcinol

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

AcnomelR A AcneResinolRezamidVagisil Original Formula

Available as

20 MG/ML30 MG/ML50 MG/ML200 MG/ML · Topical Cream140 MG/ML · Topical Solution20 MG/ML · Topical Cream5 MG/ML · Topical Cream200 MG/ML0.55 MG/MG · Topical Ointment

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

Uses
Uses temporarily relieves itching
How to use / dosing
Directions Adults and children 12 years and older: apply a fingertip amount (approximately 1 inch strip) to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 12 years: ask a doctor.

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 avoid contact with the eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens, or if symptoms persists for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not apply over large areas of the body. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

16 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.