Clinical reference
Topical acne product · Topical acne product (keratolytic, antibacterial) · Dermatology, Primary Care
Benzoyl peroxide is a topical acne product. Formulations: Liquid wash [OTC] 2.5–10%; liquid cream wash 4%, 7%; bar 10%; lotion 5%, 8%, 10%; cream 5%, 10%; gel 2.5%, 5%, 6.5%, 8%, 10%. Some preparations contain alcohol; combination packs at various strengths. Combination with erythromycin (Benzamycin, generics): gel 30 mg erythromycin + 50 mg BP/g. Combina…