Acnefug oxide wash suspension, 100 g

Acne fugue oxide wash suspension

This medicine is an exfoliating and antibacterial suspension used to treat mild to moderately severe forms of acne vulgaris on the skin.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

The active ingredient in this preparation is benzoyl peroxide.More specifically, each gram of suspension contains 53.3 milligrams of hydrous benzoyl peroxide, which is equivalent to 40 milligrams of benzoyl peroxide.In addition, the medicine contains various excipients, including carbomer 980, disodium edetate 2-water, sodium hydroxide, sodium laureth sulfate, polyethylene glycol distearate and purified water.

Area of application

The medicine is used for mild to moderately severe forms of acne vulgaris.It has a peeling and antibacterial effect on the skin.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be used if you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.In addition, it should not be used on mucous membranes, in the mouth, nose and eye areas or on skin abrasions.

Dosage

Apply the medicine thinly to moistened skin twice a day.For the facial area, 2 to 3 small splashes of the suspension are sufficient.If you have particularly sensitive skin, you should only use the medicine every other day for the first week and once a day thereafter.

It should be used until the inflammatory skin symptoms subside, which takes on average 4 to 12 weeks.

If you use more than you should, skin irritation may increase.In this case, you should reduce the frequency of use or the amount applied, or wipe off the excess with a paper towel or wash off with water.If you or someone else accidentally swallows some medicine, the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide can cause discomfort in the esophagus and stomach.In this case, see a doctor immediately.

If you forget to use it, do not use a double dose.Continue treatment with the usual amount the next time you use it.

If you want to stop using the medication or interrupt it for a longer period of time, discuss the next steps with your doctor or pharmacist, as the success of the treatment may be at risk in both cases.

If you have any further questions about using this medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Intake

The preparation is a suspension for use on the skin.Apply the medicine thinly to moistened skin twice a day.Moisten the affected skin areas with water, apply a small amount of the suspension to the fingertips and then rub it lightly onto the moistened skin areas.After allowing it to act for 2 minutes, wash the foam that has formed completely off the skin with plenty of water.When drying, do not use colored towels as they may become discolored.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using the medicine.The medicine should not get into the eyes as this may cause redness and burning.If you accidentally come into contact with your eyes, you should rinse them thoroughly with water.The medicine can cause a stronger reaction to UV-light, which can occur, for example:B. can lead to an increased tendency to sunburn.You should therefore avoid intensive sun or solarium exposure of the treated areas of the body.

Make sure that the medicine does not get into your hair, hands or treated skin onto colored textiles (e.g. bed linen, clothing, towels, washcloths), as this may cause these textiles to bleach.If you have dry or sebostatic skin (skin with reduced sebum production), you should only use the product as directed by a doctor.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.The medicine should only be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding after consulting your doctor.

Notes

Simultaneous intensive sunbathing or visits to solariums as well as the use of other irritating substances should be avoided.At the beginning of the treatment, slight skin irritation such as redness, itching, a feeling of tension, burning as well as drying and moderate peeling may occur as the effect sets in. If these symptoms persist for more than 5 days or worsen, you should stop taking the product and consult your doctor.