Pronunciation: BEN-zoe-il per-OK-sid
Generic Name: Benzoyl Peroxide
Brand Name: Examples include Brevoxyl-4 and Brevoxyl-8
Brevoxyl-4 Wash is used for:
Treating mild to moderate acne.
Brevoxyl-4 Wash is an antibacterial and keratolytic agent. It works by killing bacteria that cause acne and by causing mild drying and peeling of the skin.
Do NOT use Brevoxyl-4 Wash if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Brevoxyl-4 Wash
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Brevoxyl-4 Wash:
Some medical conditions may interact with Brevoxyl-4 Wash. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have an open wound or damaged skin at the application site
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Brevoxyl-4 Wash. However, no specific interactions with Brevoxyl-4 Wash are known at this time.
Ask your health care provider if Brevoxyl-4 Wash may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Brevoxyl-4 Wash:
Use Brevoxyl-4 Wash as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Wash your hands well before and after using Brevoxyl-4 Wash
- This kit includes a benzoyl peroxide wash and a soap-free cleansing lotion.
- To use the wash, shake well before each use. Wet the affected area and apply the wash. Gently rub to form a lather. Rinse with water and pat dry with a clean cloth.
- To use the lotion, shake well before each use. Apply a generous amount to the skin and gently rub in. Remove excess lotion with a soft cloth or tissue. If you are using the lotion with water, apply it to the skin and then moisten the skin with warm water. Gently rub to form a lather. Rinse with warm water and pat dry with a soft cloth.
- Use Brevoxyl-4 Wash on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Continue to use it even if your skin appears to improve. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Brevoxyl-4 Wash, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Brevoxyl-4 Wash.
Important safety information:
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash is for external use only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get it in your eyes, rinse at once with cool tap water.
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash may begin to work within 3 weeks, but you may not see the full effect for 8 to 12 weeks. If you symptoms do not get better within 3 weeks or if they get worse, check with your doctor.
- Do NOT use more often or for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- Talk with your doctor before you use any other medicines or cleansers on your skin.
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash may cause bleaching. Avoid contact with hair, fabrics, or carpeting.
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your poison control center or emergency room right away.
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Brevoxyl-4 Wash can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Brevoxyl-4 Wash while you are pregnant. It is not known if Brevoxyl-4 Wash is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Brevoxyl-4 Wash, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Brevoxyl-4 Wash:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dryness; minor irritation, itching, stinging, peeling, or redness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; dizziness; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); burning; severe or persistent irritation, itching, peeling, dryness, or redness of the skin; swelling.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Brevoxyl-4 side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Brevoxyl-4 Wash:
Store Brevoxyl-4 Wash at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Brevoxyl-4 Wash out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Brevoxyl-4 Wash, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Brevoxyl-4 Wash is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Brevoxyl-4 Wash. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Brevoxyl-4 resources
- Brevoxyl-4 Side Effects (in more detail)
- Brevoxyl-4 Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Brevoxyl-4 Drug Interactions
- Brevoxyl-4 Support Group
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