Acnecide 5%w/w Gel

What’s it for?

Topical therapy for the treatment of acne vulgaris.

How to Use

• 12 years and over: after cleaning and drying the skin apply a thin layer once or twice daily or as directed to the affected areas.
• Persons with sensitive skin should be directed to apply the gel once daily before going to bed.
• The extent of any drying or peeling may be adjusted by modifying the schedule.

Warnings & Cautions

• This is a medicine and is used for external use only
• Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, angles of the nose and lining of your nose. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with warm water
• Do not use on broken, damaged, or infected skin
• This product may bleach hair, and coloured fabrics including clothing, towels and bed linen Avoid exposure to direct sunlight whilst using Acnecide. If exposure is unavoidable, use a suitable sunscreen and apply Acnecide at night
• Do not use sunbeds
• If you swallow this product, seek medical advice
• Acnecide contains propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation
• Please consult your pharmacist or doctor before using this medicine if you are currently pregnant, likely to get pregnant or breastfeeding because medicines can affect the baby
• Please consult your pharmacist or doctor if you are currently taking any other medicines as this may cause an interaction
• If you think you may be allergic to any of the ingredients contained in this medicine, please seek medical advice before taking
• If you have any questions after you have bought this medication, please speak to your pharmacist

Ingredients:

• Gel containing: Benzoyl Peroxide 5% w/w

Please always read the box and accompanying leaflet before use.