benzoyl peroxide

openFDA label record#

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Brand name
benzoyl peroxide
Generic name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Manufacturer
Bryant Ranch Prepack
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
4ea1d07e-b39f-4afb-85ae-0b3c544ac3c7
SPL ID
0b2dfded-2b22-46f7-923c-34c98383ac5b
Version
2
Effective date
2024-09-06
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
7
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0007-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
raw/openfda/drug-label/2026-09-28/bb1af06e95bcf9567b07e56fcf3a03c0cac3c7c82ff89d4c970881174949e5b7/drug-label-0007-of-0014.json.zip
Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 05:44:38
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 Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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