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Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm belongs to the class of medication called ‘antibacterial agents' primarily used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’ that kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Do not use Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, swelling, blistering, crusting, and skin rash.
Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines, including vitamins, before starting Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. Your skin may become more sensitive in the sunlight, hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’, an antibacterial medication used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). It is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. It decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Please inform your doctor if you are using any medicines, including vitamins, before starting Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight, hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Do not apply Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on the irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
Drug-Drug Interaction: Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm may interact with other drugs treating acne (isotretinoin, tretinoin, trifarotene, adapalene), and dermatological medications (bexarotene, dapsone).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoiding alcohol may improve the side effects of Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm, let your doctor know if have any liver, kidney, and heart diseases.
Acne vulgaris (acne) is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. It commonly occurs in teenagers though all age groups are affected. Symptoms include blackheads, pus-filled pimples, and large/red bumps. Break-outs can happen on the face, neck, back, shoulders, and chest. The risk factors for acne are hormonal changes, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), poor sleep, stress, smoking, dermatological and cosmetic products with high oil content, and genetic conditions. Treatment involves antibiotics, retinoids, and topical benzoyl peroxide with diet and lifestyle changes.
About Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm belongs to the class of medication called ‘antibacterial agents' primarily used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’ that kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Do not use Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, swelling, blistering, crusting, and skin rash.
Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines, including vitamins, before starting Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. Your skin may become more sensitive in the sunlight, hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
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Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Please consult your doctor before using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
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There are limited studies on how Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply the cream or lotion on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.
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Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm usually does not interfere with your driving ability.
Liver
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm.
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm.
Children
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Medicinal Benefits
Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’, an antibacterial medication used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). It is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. It decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
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Please inform your doctor if you are using any medicines, including vitamins, before starting Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight, hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Do not apply Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on the irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Benzonext 5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
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Acne vulgaris (acne) is a skin condition caused when the hair follicles are plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. It commonly occurs in teenagers though all age groups are affected. Symptoms include blackheads, pus-filled pimples, and large/red bumps. Break-outs can happen on the face, neck, back, shoulders, and chest. The risk factors for acne are hormonal changes, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), poor sleep, stress, smoking, dermatological and cosmetic products with high oil content, and genetic conditions. Treatment involves antibiotics, retinoids, and topical benzoyl peroxide with diet and lifestyle changes.