Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide Wash

Name: Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide Wash

Benzoyl peroxide wash, 5%

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, 5% and 10%

Rx only

Indications and Usage for Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide Wash

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, 5% and 10% are indicated for use in the topical treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, 5% and 10% may be used as an adjunct in acne treatment regimens including antibiotics, retinoic acid products, and sulfur/salicylic acid containing preparations.

Contraindications

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, 5% and 10% should not be used in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or to any of the other ingredients in the products.

Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide Wash Dosage and Administration

Shake well before using. It is recommended that therapy be initiated with Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, washing the affected areas once a day during the first week, and twice a day thereafter as tolerated. Wet skin areas to be treated; apply Benzoyl Peroxide Wash, work to a full lather, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Frequency of use should be adjusted to obtain the desired clinical response. Therapy with Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 5% or 10% may be initiated in patients who demonstrate accommodation to Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%.

Clinically visible improvement will normally occur by the third week of therapy. Maximum lesion reduction may be expected after approximately eight to twelve weeks of drug use. Continuing use of the drug is normally required to maintain a satisfactory clinical response.

How is Perrigo Benzoyl Peroxide Wash Supplied

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%, 5% and 10% are available as follows:

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 2.5%

8 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-907-34)

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 5%

4 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-913-26)

5 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-913-01)

8 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-913-34)

Benzoyl Peroxide Wash 10%

5 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-918-01)

8 oz plastic bottle (NDC 45802-918-34)

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