Drug Facts

Manufacturer
Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | G Production Inc.
Effective date
2026-10-02
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
5
Source
daily-update
Hydrated at
2026-10-06 02:02:51

Label at a glance#

ProductDifferin Max Strength Acne Foaming BPO Cleanser
Active ingredientBenzoyl Peroxide
Label structure10 sections

Indications and uses

For the treatment of acne                 

Dosage and administration

■ Wet face and gently massage all over face for about 20 – 30 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. ■ Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. ■ If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. ■ If going outside, app...

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active Ingredients

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

 Benzoyl Peroxide 10% 

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Acne treatment

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

For the treatment of acne                 

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

For external use only.

Do not use if you
■ Have very sensitive skin
■ Are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide

When using this product
■ skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. ■ avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen ■ avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth ■ avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product ■ skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.

Stop use and ask a doctor if
■ Irritation becomes severe.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

■ Wet face and gently massage all over face for about 20 – 30 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. ■ Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. ■ If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. ■ If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

Inactive Ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

WATER, SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE, CARBOMER

Questions or comments?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-866-735-4137

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Distributed by:

Galderma Laboratories, L.P.

Dallas, TX 75201
USA

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners

Made in Canada

www.differin.com

Principle Display Panel - 5 FL OZ carton

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

carton image P58485-0
carton image P58485-0

DIFFERIN® ACNE

ACNE FOAMING CLEANSER

Maximum Strength
10% Benzoyl Peroxide
Acne Treatment

Stops Acne-Causing Bacteria
Prevents Future Breakouts

For Face & Body

5 FL OZ (148 mL)

P58485-0


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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
0299-41370299-4137-00, 0299-4137-05

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Older Hydrated Versions#

Version, Effective date, Source table
VersionEffective dateSourceHydrated
42024-06-07full-release2026-06-01 00:13:25

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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
Differin Max Strength Acne Foaming BPO CleanserBENZOYL PEROXIDEGalderma Laboratories, L.P.8ecb680f-f883-4e5e-a0ca-e839ad2b02cf2024-06-07WarningsExact identifier
ndc (package): 0299-4137-05
ndc (package): 0299-4137-00
ndc (product): 0299-4137
ndc11 (package): 00299413700
ndc11 (package): 00299413705
spl set id: 8ecb680f-f883-4e5e-a0ca-e839ad2b02cf

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