Composition

Benzoyl peroxide 5% or Benzoyl peroxide 10%

Water based gel

Uses

Panoxyl Acne Gel is used to treat acne. It works by softening , loosening and removing the top layer of dead skin that may block the skin pores and cause acne.
This medication also has a special antiseptic effect and drying action. The topical use of PANOXYL 5 Acne Gel provides therapeutic control of acne through drying and desquamative action, as well as providing antiseptic activity.

Dosage and directions for use

Apply the product carefully to the affected areas once daily and allow to remain for 2 hours. Remove with water, and continue this treatment for 2 to 4 days.

If no discomfort is felt, apply once daily for 4 hours for the next 4 days. If there is still no discomfort, apply at bedtime and leave the product on all night.

For severe conditions the product may be used in the morning, again after 5 to 6 hours and again at night.

Contra-indications

Patients with a known sensitivity to Benzoyl Peroxide should not employ this medication.

Side-effects and special precautions

For external use only.

Keep away from mouth, eyes and other mucous membranes to avoid irritation.

The product should only be applied to other sensitive areas, such as the skin of the neck, with caution. In normal use a mild burning sensation will probably be felt on the first application, and a moderate reddening and peeling of the skin will occur within a few days.

During the first few weeks of treatment a sudden increase in peeling will occur in most patients, but this is not harmful and will subside within a day or two if the treatment is temporarily discontinued.

If discomfort such as burning, redness or excess peeling occur, discontinue treatment temporarily or consult a doctor.

May bleach dyed clothing and fabrics.