5 Percent Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser

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Brand name
5 Percent Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser
Generic name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Manufacturer
Brand Evangelists for Beauty Limited
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
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SPL ID
09c77795-2e82-22c2-e063-6294a90afc96
Version
2
Effective date
2023-11-10
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
9
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0009-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 06:03:44
Harmonized routes table
Harmonized routes
TOPICAL

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warnings

Warnings 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. If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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