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Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm belongs to the class of medication called antibacterial agents primarily used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’ that kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helping in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, swelling, blistering, crusting, and skin rash. If any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm or its components. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight; hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helping in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Do not use Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm if you are allergic to Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have liver, kidney, gastrointestinal, and heart diseases before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. Please inform your doctor if you are using any other medications, including vitamins, before starting Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive to 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% 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: Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm may interact with other drugs treating acne (isotretinoin, tretinoin, trifarotene, adapalene), and dermatological medications (bexarotene, dapsone).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol as it may increase the side effects of Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm, let your doctor know if have liver, kidney, or 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.
About Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm
Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm belongs to the class of medication called antibacterial agents primarily used to treat bacterial skin infections like acne (pimples). Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (remove warts, calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes), and anti-inflammatory activity. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm contains ‘Benzoyl Peroxide’ that kills bacteria, reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores. Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helping in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin.
Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, swelling, blistering, crusting, and skin rash. If any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm or its components. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight; hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother.
Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm
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Alcohol
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It is unknown if alcohol affects Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. Please consult a doctor.
Pregnancy
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Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm is a pregnancy C category drug; hence it should be used with caution since it may affect the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
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There are limited studies on how Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Benzac Ac 2.5% 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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It is not known if Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm affects driving ability. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm.
Kidney
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm.
Children
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Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.
Uses of Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% 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. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helping in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Benzac Ac 2.5% 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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Do not use Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm if you are allergic to Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have liver, kidney, gastrointestinal, and heart diseases before using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. Please inform your doctor if you are using any other medications, including vitamins, before starting Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm. Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm can make the skin more sensitive to 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on irritated and sunburned skin. Care should be taken while using Benzac Ac 2.5% Gel 20 gm on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Benzac Ac 2.5% 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 Benzac Ac 2.5% 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.