benzoyl peroxide

openFDA label record#

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Brand name
benzoyl peroxide
Generic name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Manufacturer
Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
0ba5e88c-a4d5-4550-93fa-d3d7fee45f9f
SPL ID
eae4cff7-3c1c-429e-85ec-ba5f2075562b
Version
6
Effective date
2024-10-23
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
1
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0001-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 05:14:17
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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