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Benzac is an acne agent which is a kind of skin-related medication.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Drug Class

Acne medications

Brands

Clearasil • Desquam • Benzoyl peroxide cream

Generic Drug

Benzoyl peroxide

Side Effects

Common

Scaling skin
Dry or cracking skin
Itchy rash
Itching or burning
Pain
Skin redness or irritation
Red skin
Burning sensation
Red scaling rash
Itchy skin

Treats

Acne
Condition
Cystic acne
Condition

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Does "Benzac ac" need a prescription?

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Is benzoyl peroxide a steroid?

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Is benzoyl peroxide meant to cause my cheeks to itch?

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Which benzoyl peroxide brand is good & does what it says ?

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A 17-year old male asked:

Can benzoyl peroxide 10% burn my skin and ruin it permenently?

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How long does it take for benzoyl peroxide to get rid of spots?

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A 47-year old asked:

What should I do if clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) overnight wash irritates my skin?

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A 18-year old female asked:

Can I use ice on my spot to reduce redness after a few hours of putting benzoyl peroxide on?

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A 35-year old asked:

A friend of mine said that any products that contain benzoyl peroxide will help to get rid of blisters. true or false?

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A 45-year old asked:

Benzoyl peroxide side effects and how long do they last?

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A 31-year old asked:

Allergic to benzoyl peroxide..are there any other alternatives?

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A 33-year old asked:

Does using benzoyl peroxide every night work as a chemical peel?

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A 29-year old asked:

All those products and the proactiv system contain benzoyl peroxide?

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A 33-year old asked:

Does clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) rapid action treatment cream work?

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A 29-year old asked:

What can I do for chemical burns from benzoyl peroxide all over my back?

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A 33-year old asked:

Dry skin from using benzoyl peroxide, should I try a new skincare routine?

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A 31-year old asked:

Could I use benzac (benzoyl peroxide) for my folliculitis problem in the barbae?

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A 18-year old male asked:

Is it ok to use benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment instead of as part of a routine?

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A 18-year old male asked:

How long does benzoyl peroxide take to work? I am still breaking out like normal(first week)

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A 47-year old asked:

Why do I ave to avoid going out in sunlight if you are using benzac (benzoyl peroxide) ac gel?

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A 41-year old asked:

Do you think it could be safe to use clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) face wash to clean my teeth?

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A 35-year old asked:

I like the benzoyl peroxide in it, its proven to be very effective for my oily skin. Should I recommend it to others?

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A 24-year old male asked:

I have had a spot on my nose for a few months. It won't go. It has a hole in which gathers pus. I have tried using benzoyl peroxide but doesn't help?

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A 40-year old asked:

Is a side effect of benzoyl peroxide skin aging?

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A 41-year old female asked:

Can you use benzoyl peroxide and retinol together?

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A member asked about a male:

IS BENZAC (benzoyl peroxide) 5 % GOOD FOR BLACKHEADS ?

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A 29-year old asked:

How do I apply benzoyl peroxide to get rid of cold sores?

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A 26-year old asked:

Is it safe to use Clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) while pregnant?

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A 47-year old asked:

What do you do if skin cracks with clearasil (benzoyl peroxide)?

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A 32-year old asked:

What are the side effects of benzoyl peroxide if you have no allergey to it?

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