Benzoyl Peroxide

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What is Benzoyl Peroxide?

Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.
Benzoyl peroxide topical is used to treat acne.
Benzoyl peroxide topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Posts on Benzoyl Peroxide (51)

Im 21 and have had acne throughout my life and I could never figure out what is causing it....
I am 20 years old, and have been using 2.5% benzoyl peroxide as an acne treatment for a whi...
I've been using neutrogenas skin id for about a week. It helped within the first three days...
Hi my benzoyl peroxide is causing extreme flaking and peeling. I have been using moisturize...
I was given a few free samples of Benzaclin during a year-long period from my dermatologist...
Hello, As a teen ager I suffered with inflammatory acne. As a result I have 2 small cyst...
I am 27 and am trying to stop using benzoyl peroxide products (which I've been using for ov...
Hi i am 21 and have suffered from acne for about 6 years. I currently take minocycline (for...
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My boyfriend has a VERY VERY large pimple - about the size of a pea, on the side of his nec...